Rent News, How-To's, and Advice
Helpful reads to guide you through finding and benefiting from
rental assistance and other housing programs
Key Resources and Information to Find Rental Assistance
Looking for more in-depth information about rental assistance? Here are some essential resources and information. (We included the links to external resources, too!): Section 8 Housing Choice Vou...
How to Find Rentals That Accept Housing Choice Vouchers
Securing a home with a housing voucher can greatly reduce your housing expenses, yet the journey to finding such accommodations can sometimes feel complex. Here's a straightforward guide to streamline your search f...
Exploring the HUD Dollar Home Program
The HUD Dollar Homes program is designed to help communities via affordable housing. How the HUD Dollar Home Program Works HUD (Housing and Urban Development) is responsible for selling homes that were acquired through fo...
Big Help for Rent, Climate Action, and a Senior Center Upgrade in Brookline
In Brookline, there's good news for people struggling with rent, the environment, and the elderly. Let's look at what's happening: Emergency Help for Renters The Brookline Co...
$30,000 Housing Assistance Boost Available for Migrants in Massachusetts
Migrants in Massachusetts who are living in emergency shelters may be eligible for a state-run program that provides up to $30,000 over two years to secure stable housing. HomeBASE, the program in...
Success Rates for Housing Choice Vouchers Plummet, Straining Families and Public Housing Agencies
The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program helps around 2.3 million households every year by providing federal rental assistance. Unlike other programs where rental assistance is...
HUD Launches $40 Million Initiative to Combat Evictions and Support Vulnerable Tenants
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is stepping up its efforts to prevent evictions with a significant $40 million funding announcement. This initiative ai...
Housing Opportunities Available for Your Immediate Use
Many of our readers are already well-versed in local and national housing programs. But there are always some programs that slip under the radar. We're bringing some lesser-known programs and deals to light,...
Hawaii Expands Section 8 Housing Assistance Amid Rising Rental Costs
Residents in Hawaii who are struggling with rising rental costs now have more opportunities to get help paying for housing. Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher programs, which provide rental assistance, are o...
