One measure of homelessness is the annual “point-in-time count.” Critics say it falls short of identifying the problem’s severity.

Property owners unable to collect rent are struggling to pay their own bills.

Even if someone manages to avoid or recover from an eviction, unpaid rent can have a damaging effect that lasts for years.

The lowest-income households were more likely to lose wages and fall behind on rent.

The nationwide CDC ban leaves many renters unprotected.

Nearly two-thirds of renters fear being unable to pay.

Maine homeless agencies are stockpiling food, opening temporary shelters and more to meet the need.

During the Great Recession, owning a house could sink you. Now, it’s a life raft.

After the moratorium lifts on Dec. 31, tenants have to pay all the rent that’s due.

Undocumented tenants have the same rights when it comes to evictions. But they often can’t come forward to report abuse.