Articles tagged as: Housing Guide
February 1, 2026
How does your ZIP code impact housing affordability in Indianapolis?
Indianapolis' ZIP codes reflect a diverse landscape where location heavily influences affordability and quality of life.
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How can you hold property managers and landlords accountable?
This guide answers questions about enforcing accountability for property managers, grounded in Indiana statutes and federal regulations.
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If you're 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.
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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?
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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.
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How does Section 8 housing work in Indianapolis?
The Housing Choice Vouchers Program, also known as Section 8, was created to help low-income families, elderly persons, veterans and disabled individuals afford housing in the private market.
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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.
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Some renters are being forced to pay hundreds in unregulated '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.
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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.
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Why are Indiana's 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.
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