Maintenance problems inside the home can create stress, fear, and uncertainty. Still, silence can allow unsafe conditions to continue. Speaking up creates a record. Documentation creates evidence. Follow-up creates pressure. Community action creates power.

When a system fails enough people for long enough, the failure starts to look normal.

Detroit is not facing a new housing crisis that demands urgent attention....

HUD funding plays a key role in maintaining affordable housing options for low-income families. When funding is reduced, programs that support rent subsidies, housing vouchers, and maintenance of affordable units face cuts. This directly impacts tenants who rely on these supports to keep their homes.

March 2026- Eviction Rule Change The Department of Housing and Urban Development is making changes to existing federal eviction rules. Tenants who are receiving federal funds for housing will no longer receive a 30-day non-payment of rent notice before the eviction commences. New regulations are suggested to be similar to state eviction rules, which can be as little as 3 days in some states. How the Eviction Process Works At least 40 of the 50 states have zero rent control re

Housing affordability is more than just a financial issue. When people struggle to pay rent or face eviction, the emotional toll can be devastating. Shame often accompanies homelessness or housing instability, creating barriers to accessing support services. Many individuals hide their situation due to stigma, which delays intervention and worsens outcomes.

According to an article posted by the National Low Income Housing Coalition, the new funding bill that recently passed offers 13 BILLION in