Eligible federal employees, contractors, and active-duty military members affected by the shutdown can enroll in Flex’s Federal Employee Relief Program.

Monthly rent payments often consume a significant portion of household income, with many Americans spending more than 30 percent of their earnings on housing costs. As rental prices continue to climb, ...

Natalie Campisi is a senior journalist who covers personal finance, balancing timely news with in-depth enterprise reporting. Her mission is to make complex financial issues clear and accessible for ...

Fact checked by Betsy Petrick Key Takeaways If your rent increases, you may think buying is the way to save, but interest rates and housing costs are critical factors.Staying in one place for at least ...

The real estate company Zillow launched a new rent payment reporting tool for tenants to build credit. Renters who make on-time payments through Zillow can opt into reporting them to a national credit ...

An organization that helps the most vulnerable pay for rent and utilities says they fear evictions are next as a result of the government shutdown. The CEO of the ...

A new policy change at mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac could help first-time homebuyers qualify for a mortgage if they have a track record of paying their rent on time. Effective ...

A federal employee facing eviction during the government shutdown received an outpouring of support after her story aired on KSHB 41 News. Viewers reached out within minutes of the broadcast.

The Calumet Township trustee’s office provides essential services and resources that can make a real difference in residents’ lives. Now, under the leadership of Tai Adkins, former Gary City Council ...