housing
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PublishedJuly 8, 2020
Our View: More federal aid needed to prevent widespread evictions
The steps taken so far have largely worked, but that help will come to an end soon unless Congress acts to support tenants and landlords.
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PublishedJuly 6, 2020
Portland to start providing rental assistance with $500,000 fund
Starting this month, the program offers residents who are struggling financially because of the pandemic as much as $2,500 to help cover rent and utilities.
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PublishedJune 18, 2020
U.S. mortgage rates fall; benchmark 30-year at all-time low of 3.13%
The average rate on the 15-year fixed-rate mortgage eased to 2.58 percent from 2.62 percent.
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PublishedJune 2, 2020
As hurricane season begins, state regulator urges Mainers to buy flood insurance
Maine Insurance Superintendent Eric Cioppa said scientists are predicting an increase in the number and severity of hurricanes and major storms this year.
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PublishedJune 1, 2020
Highland Green 55-and-older community in Topsham expanding
The project includes a $1.5 million expansion of an existing road to access the new apartments and future neighborhoods.
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PublishedMay 6, 2020
Maine agencies awarded $2.5 million to fight outbreaks in public housing
The federal aid is intended to help 19 Maine housing authorities prevent, prepare for and respond to COVID-19 outbreaks in public housing.
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PublishedMay 2, 2020
Wondering if you can skip your mortgage payment? You’re not alone.
While borrowers with government-backed mortgages can pause payments for at least six months under the CARES Act, many with private loans have been receiving mixed messages.
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PublishedApril 28, 2020
Council offers incentive to convert short-term rentals to year leases
In an effort to open up the rental market to those in need, up to 25 short-term rental owners in Portland would receive $1,000 if they lease their units for at least a year.
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PublishedApril 20, 2020
Our View: Poverty is harmful, in and out of widespread emergencies
Robust assistance programs are needed now, and after the outbreak goes away.
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PublishedApril 12, 2020
Our View: Renters need relief in COVID crisis
Thousands of Mainers could lose their homes if the government does not pay their rent.
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