Housing Insights Central

California has a program called the California Climate Credit that helps residents save money on their utility bills. This credit is given as a discount directly on your electricity or natural gas bill with no extra paperwor...

In a commendable effort to broaden homeownership opportunities for hard-working, low-income families, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has granted $13.5 mill...

The best way to ensure that your house does not develop any significant problems is by handling any issue before it deve...

Interested in getting a bargain on a home? You might consider buying a condemned property, though these come with challenges. Let's break down what a condemned house is, why one might be condemned, and what po...

Housing insecurity is an issue that impacts communities across the country. While government programs provide vital assistance, local organizations are also stepping up to help. Nonprofits, charities, and community g...

Milpitas has undertaken a new housing initiative to provide vital support to low-income workers and their families. The Workforce Housing Rental Assistance Program (WHRAP), a...

Buying your first home is an exciting milestone but can also seem daunting when it comes to financing it. Fortunately, there are several loan programs designed to help first-time buyers make their home ownership dr...

Buying your first home comes with many big decisions and can be as scary as it is exciting. It's easy to get swept up in the whirlwind of home shopping and make financial mistakes that could leave you with buyer...

The cost of rent continues to increase across the country, making housing a struggle for many renters. But affordable options are still out there if you get creative. Here are some strategies for rente...