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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Biden-Harris Administration is taking aim at one of America’s most persistent challenges—homelessness. With a sweeping set of actions announced last week, the administration reaffirmed its commitment to …
Biden-Harris Administration Unveils Bold Plan to Tackle Homelessness and Expand Housing Access Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Affordable housing providers across the nation just caught a break in their uphill battle to stay afloat. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has introduced …
HUD Overhauls Cost Adjustment Factors to Save Affordable Housing—A Vital Move Amid Rising Insurance Costs Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Manufactured housing has taken center stage in the U.S. housing crisis, and for good reason. With over 22 million Americans living in these homes, they are one of …
$225 Million HUD Investment Targets Manufactured Housing—A Game-Changer for Millions of Americans Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bold step toward tackling the housing crisis in rural America has just been announced. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is injecting $12 million …
$12 Million HUD Grants to Transform Rural Housing—A Lifeline for Low-Income Communities Read More
IRVINE, CA — A new report from ATTOM reveals that housing affordability in the United States remains at historically low levels, with the cost of owning a median-priced home demanding …
Struggling to Buy a Home? U.S. Affordability Crisis Hits Breaking Point Read More
SEATTLE, WA — Redfin’s Homebuyer Demand Index has climbed to its highest level since September 2023, signaling a steady rise in housing market activity. The index, which tracks home tours and …
Homebuyers Defy High Rates in Stunning Market Surge—What’s Driving the Comeback? Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has taken a significant step toward addressing the state’s pressing housing needs by investing $5.35 million through the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME). …
Pennsylvania’s $5.35M Boost to Affordable Housing: Transforming Communities and Driving Growth Read More
COATESVILLE, PA — The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) has successfully completed its Shoe Drive Event, highlighting its effort to support unhoused students and bring attention to the barriers they …
Chester County Intermediate Unit Shoe Drive Supports Unhoused Students During Homelessness Awareness Week Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and the U.S. Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) have released the 2024 …
Historic Decline in Veteran Homelessness: Discover the Strategies Behind the 2024 Breakthrough Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The troubling rise in youth homelessness in Pennsylvania has prompted state lawmakers and advocates to focus on legislative measures designed to address this critical issue. Recent data reveals …
Pennsylvania Confronts Rising Youth Homelessness with Legislative Initiatives Read More