Housing policy

HUD proposes time limits and work requirements for rental aid

The rule would allow housing agencies and landlords to impose such requirements "to encourage self-sufficiency." Critics say most who can work already do, but their wages are low.

Want a mortgage for under 3% in 2026? Meet the ‘assumable mortgage’

Low mortgage rates from the COVID era might still be attainable for homebuyers, if they find the right house and have the cash.

Wall Street-backed landlords a target for both Trump and Democrats

Like President Trump, lawmakers around the U.S. blame corporate homebuyers for high prices and want to restrict them. Experts say it's not so simple, and passing laws has proved difficult.