Housing Insights Central

The Houston Housing Authority (HHA) announced that it is extending the deadline for people on the Housing Choice Voucher waiting list to save their spot. The new deadline is 5 p.m. on June 30, 202...

A new program called the Housing Stability Initiative is expanding in the United States to help families who are struggling financially, especially with housing costs. The program gives $500 each month to selected f...

Amidst the sprawling skyscrapers and picturesque landscapes of California, lies a harrowing reality: a housing crisis that continues to deepen, leaving thousands of residents teetering on the brink of homel...

Mortgage refinancing is often touted as a way for homeowners to lower their housing costs. However, refinancing only makes financial sense under certain circumstances. Here's some gu...

For over a decade, researchers and advocates have emphasized the intrinsic link between housing and healthcare. This fall marks a crucial turning point as federal Medicaid fun...

Deciding how much to spend on rent starts with understanding what you can comfortably afford. Here are some general rules to guide you:   The 30% Rule A common recommendation is to spend about 30% of your gross monthly income...

As healthcare costs keep going up, many Americans on Medicare are wondering what changes are coming in 2026. While Medicare still helps millions of seniors and people with disabilities pay for healthcare, there are...

Are you worried about paying your energy bills as temperatures drop? The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) can help you with heating costs during winter, cooling in the summer, and can also hel...

In response to the devastation left by Hurricane Beryl in Texas during early July 2024, the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has activated a series of federal disaster assi...