The Housing Choice Voucher Program (or Section 8) is designed to help low-income families, the elderly, and people with disabilities afford decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private rental market. Unlike traditional public housing, which is government-owned, Section 8 gives you a voucher to choose a home of your preference —house, apartment, or townhouse— […]
We’ve provided the major differences between these two popular housing programs to assist you in your search for housing assistance. The major difference between these two housing types is that while section 8 allows you to live in private units of your choice, public housing consists of government-sponsored dwellings. You can move your section 8 […]
Finding Emergency Housing When You Need It Most Are you facing a housing crisis? Perhaps you’ve been evicted from your home, are staying with friends or family temporarily, sleeping in your car, or are in an unsafe living situation. Whatever your circumstances, this guide provides essential information about emergency housing options, with a focus […]
If you have a Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher, you may need to add a new household member. This could be due to marriage, a child turning 18, or other family changes. However, adding someone to your voucher requires approval from the Public Housing Authority (PHA), and they must meet eligibility requirements. We’ve written this […]
