Rent News, How-To's, and Advice
Helpful reads to guide you through finding and benefiting from
rental assistance and other housing programs
Six Practical Tips to Enhance Landlord-Tenant Relations
Navigating your relationship with your property owner can significantly enhance your renting experience. While not all interactions may be seamless, cultivating a positive relationship with your landlord can lead to a ...
The Urgent Need for Housing Solutions: How Universal Basic Income and Cash Transfers Can Make a Difference
As the housing crisis in the United States continues to escalate, more and more Americans are struggling to afford stable housing. Homelessness ...
Biden's Tax Credit Plan: A Promising Solution for Housing Affordability
President Joe Biden's State of the Union address included a significant proposal aimed at combating the affordability crisis plaguing the housing market. Biden's plan entails an annual tax ...
5 U.S. Cities Offering Cash Incentives for New Residents
Every once in a while, we dream of starting fresh in a new city. Luckily, there are several places across the U.S. attracting new residents with cash incentives. These cities offer programs that provide housing ass...
Need Extra Cash? How You Can Get up to $1,000 in Rental Relief
Are you struggling with bills? If you’re in Pennsylvania, you might be able to get some much-needed money back in your pocket soon. Starting from July 1, 2023, certain residents can look forward to tax ref...
The Rise of Affordable Housing: Builders Shrink House Sizes to Meet Demand
Affordability has become a pressing issue in the U.S. housing market, prompting some major home builders to adopt a new approach. The Washington Post recently reported that powerful builders are...
Colorado Lawmakers Move Legislation Forward to Help Families Access Nutrition and Housing Services
The Colorado state legislature has taken steps to expand access to housing and nutritious foods for those on Medicaid with the passage of Bill HB24-1322 by the House Health ...
How to Get Your Landlord to Lower Your Rent
Rent prices can be really high sometimes, eating up a big part of what people earn, especially in places like Oakland and New York City where more than 70% of what households make goes straight to rent. It often feels lik...
Is Renters Insurance Worth Getting?
Even if your landlord doesn’t require it, renters insurance is an affordable way to protect yourself from unexpected costs, like property damage or legal issues. What Is Renters Insurance? Renters insurance is a type of ...
