Mary Stringini News Today

As Florida grapples with affordable-housing problems, lawmakers started moving forward Thursday with a proposal that could lead to renters paying non-refundable monthly fees instead of security deposits.

Clayton County wants to give out $6.5 million to residents affected by the COVID-19 pandemic by the end of the year, but residents and landlords have to apply soon to be eligible for the funds.

A group of California lawmakers has formed a new caucus to advocate for renters. About 44% of California residents are renting, but the caucus says they need more protections from abuse and rising costs.  

A new study gives 'ain't nothing going on but the rent' a new meaning.

The program was first launched to help residents who had lost their jobs and/or had trouble paying rent during the coronavirus pandemic.

In total, DeKalb County has distributed $52.8 million to almost 4,900 families affected by the COVID-19 pandemic for rent and utilities. Now they're reopening the program to help more tenants and landlords.

In a presentation at a Dallas City Council committee meeting the Child Poverty Action Plan says a lack of affordable housing and long-standing misconceptions limit options for people looking for somewhere to live.

For the most expensive city in the U.S. – rent averages over a whopping $6,300.

On Tuesday, Orange County commissioners will revisit the topic of rent stabilization as prices continue to skyrocket in Central Florida. 

The home buying market is starting to slightly cool, and now renters are beginning the feel the pain.