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A Guide to Rent Withholding: How It Works and What You Should Know

If a landlord doesn’t keep your rental unit safe and livable, some states allow you to stop paying rent until the issues are fixed. This legal process is called “rent withholding”. Howev...

The Intersection of Health and Housing: Medicaid's Innovative Approach to Combat Homelessness

For over a decade, researchers and advocates have emphasized the intrinsic link between housing and healthcare. This fall marks a crucial turning point as federal Medicaid fun...

California Renters Await Federal Cash Injection Amid Housing Crisis

Amidst the sprawling skyscrapers and picturesque landscapes of California, lies a harrowing reality: a housing crisis that continues to deepen, leaving thousands of residents teetering on the brink of homel...

New Workforce Housing Rental Assistance Program to Support Low-Income Families Launches in Small City

Milpitas has undertaken a new housing initiative to provide vital support to low-income workers and their families. The Workforce Housing Rental Assistance Program (WHRAP), a...

Airbnb Offers Free Housing to Those Affected by Hurricane Helene

After Hurricane Helene, a massive Category 4 storm, destroyed homes from northern Florida to Virginia, Airbnb.org is offering a helping hand. This not-for-profit branch of Airbnb is giving free places to stay ...

How to Apply for LIHEAP Winter Energy Assistance (2025-2026)

Are you worried about paying your energy bills as temperatures drop? The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) can help you with heating costs during winter, cooling in the summer, and can also hel...

Ring in the Savings: How to Lower Your Rent During the Holidays

During the holidays, there is usually less demand for rental units because people are busy with celebrations and travel. Landlords who want to fill their properties before the new year may be more open to ne...

New Proposal: What You Should Know About the $3,000 Stimulus Plan

A new proposal called the "Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act" is currently being discussed in Congress. Led by Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Ro Khanna, the plan aims to provi...

Overcoming the Challenges of Homeownership in Today's Market: Lessons from Real-Life Success Stories

Buying a home in today’s market has become difficult due to high housing prices and intense competition. As a result, many people are questioning whether the American Dr...