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April is fair housing month – know your rights as a tenant
April is Fair Housing Month – Know Your Rights As A Tenant Written By Stefany Perez, HUD – Certified Housing Counselor April is recognized nationwide as Fair Housing Month, a time to reflect on the importance of equal access to housing and to ensure that every individual and family has the opportunity to live in…
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Honoring The History of Women and Mortgages
Honoring The History of Women and Mortgages Written by Patricia Ellams, Foreclosure Specialist in Mortgage Default at The Waterfront Project Women have long fought for equality in all areas of life, including homeownership. During Women’s History Month this March, which began in 1987, we celebrate their resilience and progress in securing financial independence. From overcoming…
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When Neighbors Stood Together: Eviction Resistance
When Neighbors Stood Together: Eviction Resistance Written By Cristina Cercone, HUD Certified Housing Counselor at The Waterfront Project Housing instability is often described as a modern crisis. Rising rents, eviction filings, and affordability gaps dominate today’s headlines. But nearly a century ago, communities across the country faced a housing emergency that reshaped how America understands…
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Black History Month and homeownership
Black History Month and Homeownership Written by Maria Mascola, HUD Certified Foreclosure Specialist at The Waterfront Project During Black History Month, we honor and celebrate the many generations of Black Americans who have helped shaped our nation and we reflect on the triumphs and challenges they have faced through U.S. history. The work still needs to be…
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The cost of eviction
The Cost of Eviction Written by Joe Correa As countless reports and research show, eviction goes beyond just being a housing issue. For tenants, it disrupts nearly every area of life, from financial stability and health to employment and future housing opportunities. There is a common assumption that the fastest and most financially responsible option…
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Foreclosure Prevention Success Story
Foreclosure Prevention Success Story Written by Patricia Ellams, HUD Certified Foreclosure Specialist at The Waterfront Project A homeowner suddenly lost her husband, leaving her a widowed mother of three children and the primary caregiver for her 94-year-old veteran father. Her late husband had been the sole borrower on the mortgage and the only individual listed…
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Before You Buy: Understanding Homeowners Association (HOA) Fees
Before You Buy: Understanding Homeowners’ Association (HOA) Fees Written By William Paige, Certified Foreclosure Specialist at The Waterfront Project Before purchasing a home with Homeowners Association (HOA) dues, it is critical to understand both the benefits and the potential financial risks. HOAs are common in condominiums, co-ops, townhouses, and planned communities, and membership is mandatory…
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Hoboken Takes a Stand Toward Fairer Access to Affordable Housing
Hoboken Takes a Stand Toward Fairer Access to Affordable Housing This week, Hoboken agreed to end a long-standing policy that limited access to certain affordable housing units to Hoboken residents only. The change comes after a settlement with the New Jersey Attorney General’s Office and Division on Civil Rights, which found that the residency preference…
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Tenants’ Rights – Only a Judge Can Evict In New Jersey
Tenants’ Rights: Only a Judge Can Evict in New Jersey Written By Stefany Perez, Certified HUD Housing Counselor New Jersey has some of the strongest tenant protections in the country. One of the most important right every tenant should know is that only a judge can evict you in New Jersey! A landlord cannot evict…
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Holiday Season Alert: Protecting Clients from Financial Scams
Holiday Season Alert: Protecting Clients from Financial Scams By Patricia Ellams, HUD Certified Housing Counselor Foreclosure Specialist at The Waterfront Project As the holiday season approaches, fraud activity rises sharply. Scammers prey on the spiritof giving, using fake charities, online shopping schemes, and phishing tactics to stealmoney and personal information. Fraud in the U.S. has…
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