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How millennial homebuyers are breaking into the housing market
Young buyers are using unique methods to break into the housing market. News4’s Erika Gonzalez spoke to Megan Rogers, a recent homebuyer, about the struggles of buying a home.
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Pandemic aid officials who overpaid vulnerable renters are saying, ‘We messed up, pay us back'
State and local agencies that distributed federal aid to renters facing eviction during the pandemic are now scrambling to claw back millions of dollars in overpayments.
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Montgomery County Council passes measures to protect against rent gouging
The Montgomery County Council passed an amendment to put a cap on how much rent can be increased. The Council also voted for fee regulations to ensure landlords don’t use a loophole and charge tenants arbitrary fees as a way to avoid the rent increase cap. A vacancy control measure prevents landlords from terminating a tenant’s lease in order...
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Montgomery County Council passes measures to protect against rent gouging
The Montgomery County Council passed a bill to protect residents from exorbitant rent increases. News4’s Dominique Moody reports.
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UC Berkeley student commutes from LA by plane to avoid rent. Here's a typical day
Bill flew to class from LA so he could avoid paying rent in the Bay Area and because he loves transportation
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Paying Rent With a Credit Card: Good or Bad Idea?
Paying rent with a credit card helps earn rewards but can also cause extra interest charges. News4’s Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan spoke with an expert about how to tell if this option is right for you.
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Prince George's County Approves Renters Assistance Program
The Prince George’s County Council voted to pass a rental assistance program Tuesday.
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Prince George's County Considers Rental Assistance Program
The Prince George’s County Council voted to pass a rental assistance program. News4’s Darcy Spencer explains what the program is and who does not support it.
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Mount Rainier Considers Rent Stabilization Proposal
Mount Rainier’s plan to cap rent increases has provoked a lot of debate over the past year. Supporters want to stop big rent increases that are forcing some people out of their homes. Critics say the plan will backfire. News4’s Darcy Spencer reports.
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How Many Hours Minimum Wage Earners Need to Work to Afford Rent
In many major U.S. cities, minimum wage workers need to clock in over 50 hours each week to be able to afford rent on a one-bedroom home.
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As Housing Crunch Intensifies Across the Country, Data Gives a Peek at Airbnb Impact
The housing crisis continues to spiral and inflation reached a 40-year high this summer. Experts say short-term rentals aren’t helping.
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Rent Prices Are Soaring in These 5 U.S. Metros. Here's What to Know Before Moving to a Cheaper Area
Rent prices swelled during the first half of 2022, with a double-digit increase year-over-year. Here’s what to know before moving to a cheaper area.