Rental assistance & help paying rent
Struggling to pay rent? Help exists and it's free to look for — start with 211, Section 8, and local programs.
Help Paying Rent: Where to Find Free Assistance
If you're struggling to pay rent, the fastest first step is a free call to 2-1-1 (211.org), which…
How Section 8 Works: A Plain-Language Guide
Section 8 is the common name for the Housing Choice Voucher program, the federal government's main…
How to Apply for Section 8, Step by Step
To apply for Section 8, find your local Public Housing Agency (PHA) using HUD's PHA directory at…
Emergency Rental Assistance: How to Get Help Now
The federal pandemic-era Emergency Rental Assistance programs (ERA1 and ERA2) have ended, but that…
The Housing Choice Voucher Program, Explained
A Housing Choice Voucher, still widely known by its older name, Section 8, is a form of rental…
How to Find Low-Income Housing Near You
Low-income and affordable housing generally falls into a few free-to-search categories: public housing…
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