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HUD and USDA Collaborates to Implements Updated Energy Efficiency Standards for New Homes
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have collaborated to update the Minimum Energy Standards for newly constructed ...
The Big Problem with Unfair Evictions in Affordable Homes
In Richmond, people living in cheaper homes are facing a big issue: they're being kicked out over rent payments that the city says they missed. For example, a person we'll call Ms. Jones was shocked when she ...
Home Buying is Expected to Slow Down, but Should Pick Up in 2023
The building of new homes declined slightly in December 2022. High mortgage rates were most likely to blame. This decline in new home construction indicates a slowdown in the housing market in 2023. With ...
How Government Grants Provide Critical Assistance for Homelessness Crisis
The homelessness crisis in America has reached unprecedented levels, with over 580,000 people experiencing homelessness according to the latest data. While this complex issue requires compre...
Key Considerations When Buying a Foreclosed Property
Buying a foreclosed property can present an opportunity for savings, yet it's accompanied by certain risks that prospective buyers should keep in mind. Often, banks are keen on selling these properties at below-market...
Discover the 10 Best Tips for Securing a Home That Everyone Should Know
Finding the right home can be a difficult and time-consuming process. From researching locations to deciding on the perfect floor plan, there are many variables to consider. To make the process easier...
Opening the Door to Your Dream Home: A Guide on Housing Programs & Advice
Navigating the labyrinth of housing programs, seeking professional advice, and making well-informed decisions are crucial steps to becoming a homeowner. It is ultimately up to each indi...
A Place to Call Home; The Latest Trends in Housing You Should Know About
It isn't easy trying to find a new home these days. Housing inventory still hasn't recovered in 2023. The supply remains at near historic low levels, but there is some encouraging news. Singl...
House Maintenance Tasks to Check Off the List as Summer Comes to an End
While the temperatures outside may feel otherwise, summer will soon be in the rear view mirror. This means that now is the time to perform those home maintenance tasks that should be done before the...