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Evictions are still high in Milwaukee. Here’s what you need to know
You may not see it in the headlines, but evictions are still rampant in Milwaukee.
Posted inCommunity, Housing
Here’s what you need to know now that 2 key emergency rental assistance programs in Milwaukee have paused accepting applications
Both the City of Milwaukee and Milwaukee County have paused accepting rental assistance applications.
Posted inCommunity, Housing
Tuesday marks a key day for renters: What you need to know if you face eviction in Milwaukee
Milwaukee County will pause accepting rental assistance applications Tuesday to ensure it isn’t committing more funds than it has. “We want to make sure we aren’t expecting applications that we can’t pay,” said Connor Goggans, the lead community Intervention specialist with the Milwaukee County Housing Division. This leaves many people working in housing uncertain about […]
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Why odds are stacked in favor of bad landlords in Wisconsin
Protections for tenants exist but are constrained by a lack of funds and state legislation that hampers local control, housing experts say.
Posted inCommunity
Here’s where struggling Milwaukee renters can get help
Renters, you don’t need to struggle alone. There are plenty of organizations in Milwaukee that are willing to help you navigate any challenge.
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Here’s what you need to know to get a landlord to make repairs
Whether it’s a broken heater or problems with water or mold, your landlord is required to fix it. But if that’s not happening, here are a few ways to go about getting your repairs done.
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How to check your landlord’s background
Here are a few ways tenants can get information on their landlords.