Applications for Houston rental assistance program closed in under 2 hours after money runs out
The program opened for tenants to apply at 10 a.m., but by 11:34 the funds were tapped out.
Houstonians can apply for rental assistance up to $1,056 for April, May on Wednesday
The agency will provide up to $1,056 in rental assistance per month to qualified low-to-moderate income people who could not pay their April and/or May rent. Enrollment in the program will be accepted until all available funds have been committed.
Deadline to protest property appraisals comes Friday
For property appraisal protests, head to your county's appraisal district and fill out the protest online.
GLO accepting applications for Homeowner Assistance Program from Houstonians affected by Hurricane Harvey
The program provides repairs, rehabilitation, reconstruction, or other improvements so that the damaged home is more resilient against natural disasters, including elevating homes above flood level.
New tool allows renters to check if they're protected by fed's eviction moratorium
Tenants worried about paying rent during the coronavirus crisis can use a new tool unveiled earlier this week by the Federal Housing Finance Agency, which oversees mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, to check whether they are protected under a federal eviction moratorium.
Houston City Council will vote on emergency rent relief program
The $15 million rental assistance program looks to help thousands of people struggling to pay rent.
West Houston condo owners sue their HOA claiming it won't turn over insurance money for Harvey damage
Residents of West Bayou Oaks Townhomes spend hundreds of dollars a month on their homeowner's association fees and they say part of that goes for insurance. The insurance is supposed to cover a catastrophe like what happened with Hurricane Harvey.
Aging Americans find more options for empty nest living
As more and more baby boomers and empty-nesters look for a less cluttered life, the housing industry has stepped in to help meet the need.
Online home sales become another real estate option
Online real estate brokers are a new, and growing, option for home sellers
The Neighbor Bridge offers housing options for a-typical individuals
A local non-profit is working to create housing options for individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities. The organization is called the Neighbor Bridge.
