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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...
Over 8.3 Million Workers to Benefit as Nineteen States Increase Minimum Wage
In January 1, millions of workers across 19 states will get larger paychecks thanks to increases in the minimum wage. In total, workers in these states will earn about $5 billion more over the comi...
HUD Explores Radical Change in Housing Assistance: Direct Cash Aid for California Renters
California's escalating housing crisis has spurred the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to consider a groundbreaking solution: providing cash directly to rent...
Understanding Rental Assistance: A Comprehensive Guide
In today’s high‑cost rental market, many households need help to keep up with rent and utility bills. This guide highlights the main types of rental assistance available today and points you to official tools...
How Low-Income Housing Tax Credits Help People Find Affordable Homes
Finding a safe and affordable place to live is a challenge for many families across the country. The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program helps by encouraging builders to create more affordable...
New Rental Assistance Program to Aid Low-Income Workers
In a groundbreaking initiative, Milpitas is leading the way in ensuring housing stability for its most vulnerable residents and workers. In collaboration with FORWARD, a trusted program administrator for local government...
$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...
Strengthening Financial Stability: An Overview of the Housing Stability Initiative
A new program is helping families in the United States with financial support and better access to housing. It's called the Housing Stability Initiative. Through this program, selected...
Nonprofits Racing Against Time to Distribute Rental Assistance Funds
A collective of nonprofits in Colorado is charged with the substantial task of distributing $30 million in rental assistance before the end of June. These funds are sourced from the state's Temporary E...