https://www.wfyi.org/housing-faq Central Indiana Housing FAQ en-US Copyright Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:45:11 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/2026-07-08/why-did-wfyi-and-the-indianapolis-recorder-team-up-to-make-a-housing-faq Housing is a key voting issue in Central Indiana, so we launched a FAQ to answer 14 common housing-related questions we heard from our community. The next step is to answer even more — with your input. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:45:11 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/2026-07-08/why-did-wfyi-and-the-indianapolis-recorder-team-up-to-make-a-housing-faq https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/rent-is-going-up-in-indianapolis-heres-how-it-compares-to-other-cities Rental prices in Indianapolis have jumped over the past five years, leaving many Indianapolis families struggling to afford housing. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/rent-is-going-up-in-indianapolis-heres-how-it-compares-to-other-cities Dylan Peers McCoy https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/looking-for-a-place-to-live-with-a-criminal-record-in-indiana-this-guide-can-help A criminal record can limit access to housing long after a sentence ends. This guide points to where to find help. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/looking-for-a-place-to-live-with-a-criminal-record-in-indiana-this-guide-can-help Farrah Anderson https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/how-can-school-districts-in-marion-county-help-students-experiencing-homelessness This guide is meant to help families understand what support is available for students experiencing homelessness in Indianapolis. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/how-can-school-districts-in-marion-county-help-students-experiencing-homelessness Sydney Dauphinais https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/indianapolis-faces-a-housing-shortage-why-is-it-so-hard-to-build-more There is an estimated housing shortage of between 4 and 7 million homes across the country. Why is it so hard to build more in Indianapolis? Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/indianapolis-faces-a-housing-shortage-why-is-it-so-hard-to-build-more Benjamin Thorp https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/if-youre-facing-eviction-in-indiana-what-do-you-need-to-know Eviction moves quickly, and it's important to know what to expect and what your rights are when facing an eviction. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/if-youre-facing-eviction-in-indiana-what-do-you-need-to-know Chloe McGowan – Indianapolis Recorder https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/why-are-indianas-eviction-rates-some-of-the-highest-in-the-country-and-who-is-impacted-most Indianapolis renters face some of the highest eviction rates in the country, not only compared to other cities in Indiana, but to many major metros across the nation. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/why-are-indianas-eviction-rates-some-of-the-highest-in-the-country-and-who-is-impacted-most Abriana Herron https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/some-renters-are-being-forced-to-pay-hundreds-in-junk-fees-what-are-they Most tenants expect to pay rent and a security deposit when signing a lease. But for many renters in Central Indiana, the upfront price tag is misleading. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/some-renters-are-being-forced-to-pay-hundreds-in-junk-fees-what-are-they Zak Cassel https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/buying-your-first-home-in-indiana-here-are-some-programs-that-might-help For Indiana residents buying their first home, there are several state and local programs designed to help with down payments, closing costs, and mortgage terms. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/buying-your-first-home-in-indiana-here-are-some-programs-that-might-help Jeremy Reuben https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/what-are-your-rights-as-a-tenant-in-indiana Landlords filed almost 70,000 evictions in Indiana over the past year. Here's a guide to some of the rights that cover tenants under state law. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/what-are-your-rights-as-a-tenant-in-indiana Zak Cassel https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/need-shelter-in-indianapolis-heres-what-to-know-about-local-emergency-options Shelters provide critical resources for people in need — but each one operates differently. Here's a guide on emergency options in Marion County. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/need-shelter-in-indianapolis-heres-what-to-know-about-local-emergency-options Rachel Fradette https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/what-are-land-contracts-and-what-risks-do-they-pose-for-potential-homeowners Research has found there are an abundance of risks with land contracts that should give people pause before entering into an agreement. Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT https://www.wfyi.org/wfyi-news/2026-02-01/what-are-land-contracts-and-what-risks-do-they-pose-for-potential-homeowners Samantha Horton