Find out more about home buying, down payment help, and government aids.

Renting a place to live can be very expensive, especially for people who don't earn a lot of money. Luckily, there's help available from the government called "Federal Rental Assistance."  This program helps...

The White House has proposed eliminating Section 8 housing vouchers as part of a plan to make big changes to rental assistance programs. These vouchers currently help low-income families pay for housing, bu...

Wealthfront, best known for its robo-advisor investing tools, is starting a mortgage program for some of its customers. The company says it aims to offer home loans with lower costs and competitive rates by using software to simplify ...

Are you ready to become a homeowner? If so, the biggest challenge can be saving for that all-important down payment. But what if we told you there was a way to get it done in 30 days or less? With so...

Buying your first home is a big step, and it’s important to know what to expect. Here’s a straightforward guide to help you understand the process, the benefits of being a first-time buyer, and your ...

The Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program is the biggest federal program helping families pay rent, helping around 2.3 million households every year. Unlike some other programs, those who receive these vouchers have to find their ho...

Buying a home can feel out of reach for many people, especially because of the upfront cost of the down payment. However, you don’t always need 20% down—sometimes much less is required, and there are programs ...

The Chesapeake Redevelopment and Housing Authority (CRHA) has announced plans to renovate two of its housing communities in Chesapeake, Virginia, with the aim of building a new seni...

New Jersey might have just found a groundbreaking solution to its affordable housing crisis, and it lies just outside its transit system. With approximately 74,000 acres of underuti...