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Factors to Consider before Moving to a New House
Are you considering moving to a new house? It doesn't matter whether you want to buy or rent; you should always consider various factors before moving. Moving in without a plan could lead to some regretful decisions, so it's b...
Renting vs. Owning: Making the Right Choice for Your Housing Needs
When it comes to housing, you have two main options: renting or owning. There are advantages and disadvantages to both options. It is important to think through your individual needs and financial situatio...
A Community in Crisis: Addressing Housing and Workforce Issues in Santa Barbara County
The sky-high cost of housing in Santa Barbara County is pushing many long-time residents to their breaking point. With the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment hovering around $2,0...
COVID-19 Creates a New Type of Housing Boom
A remarkable 35% of renters have missed a rental payment between March and July because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Many renters are in low-wage jobs in service industries that were hit hard by closures enacted in order to slow the s...
If You're Buying or Selling Property, Check Out These COVID Safety Tips
COVId-19 might have slowed down some parts of the economy, but in many places, the housing market is booming. Right now might be a great time to sell or buy a new property, but a lot of the traditional...
Struggling to Pay Rent or Your Mortgage? Read This for Your Options
As the economy continues to sputter along as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the employment rate is hovering around 7% nationwide. As such, it is no surprise to learn that many families are havin...
Crisfield Public Housing Tenants Face Eviction Over Minor Debts
Public housing is designed to be a solution to combat homelessness, not a contribution to the problem. However, residents of public housing in Crisfield, MD, say that they're being evicted over minor debts. The ...
Amazon and Facebook Plan to Invest in Housing in Multiple Cities
According to a press release on January 9, Amazon plans to invest $2 billion in housing in three American cities over the next five years. Those cities are Seattle, Nashville and Arlington. Amazon expects to ha...
Owning rental property comes with numerous advantages. First, as a property owner, you'll have a steady income at the end of every month if tenants ta...
However, managing rental houses is challenging. If you decide to manage them yourself, you'll have to handle every proce...