Adding to the list of issues caused by the government shutdown, a pathway to homeownership has been halted for many in rural America.

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - The ongoing government shutdown is set to create growing delays for homebuyers relying on federal loan programs, with Rural Development loans being hit particularly hard.

Citing high delinquency rates and other factors, the Agriculture Department has put a 90-day hold on loan guarantees for projects involving biodigesters and controlled environment agriculture, ...

USDA loans are only available for properties that meet certain criteria. Here are some official house rules you need to know.