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Housing

Find ways to manage your home affordably with tips for saving on housing and simplifying home maintenance.

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AARP Foundation helps turn setbacks into comebacks. We offer solutions that help people 50 and older secure the essentials — equitably.

A woman sitting on her couch surrounded by buckets placed to catch leaking water. She is on the phone, looking worried, with her other hand on her head in frustration.

When your rental needs a repair, you want it fixed fast. Know your rights and what you can do if your landlord won’t fix anything.

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Homeowners may be eligible to receive property tax credits or refunds — find out how to get money back in your pocket.

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With the cost of living going up, you may be worried about making your mortgage payments.

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Find assistance programs that may help you stay in your home or secure more affordable housing. Plus, get expert advice on what to do if you must move suddenly.

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Looking for advice on buying a home, renting, credit issues, or foreclosure prevention? Find a free or low-cost counselor near you.

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Has your electricity been turned off because you couldn’t pay the bill? Here’s how to get it turned back on and where you can get financial assistance.

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