Julia Anderson
You have probably heard of the “HUD” before, but you may not know precisely what it is. HUD is the abbreviation for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, which has government programs that help people rent and buy real estate. Today we’ll focus on how the HUD’s website can help renters who are struggling to pay their landlords.
Finding Rental Help On HUD.gov
As mentioned, HUD.gov can help you if you are a renter or homeowner. As far as renting is concerned, there are two specific pages on the HUD.gov site that offer a slew of resources you can use. Let’s run through them now:
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Rental Assistance Page
Here is where you can find ways to make your rent more affordable and find units that fit your budget.
If you want to find apartments with private owners that have reduced rents, you can use this map. Then, once you find a contact in your area, you can call them to speak with management and ask how you can move into an affordable unit.
Would you like to move into public housing that is safe and affordable for seniors, people with disabilities, or low-income families? Then go here to find your nearest Public Housing Agency (PHA), so you can start the application process.
What about Section 8? This program could give you a housing voucher that can be applied to your rent, so you don’t have to pay so much out of pocket. Once again, you can begin this application process by finding your PHA.
If you are unsure which housing program best fits you, click here to find a HUD-approved counseling agency that can fill you in on all available options.
Another handy tool on the Rental Assistance page on HUD.gov is the HUD Resource Locator, which can help you find affordable housing, USDA rural housing, PHAs, and HUD field and regional offices.
Last but not least is a link to find rental help in your state. Whether you need help with utility bills, special needs housing, or affordable rentals, you can find it here.
To access the Rental Assistance page on HUD.gov, go here.
Rent Relief Resources Page
Another HUD.gov page worth visiting is the one titled “Rent Relief Resources.” It can help renters who are having issues with rent, utilities, and other housing expenses, plus it can offer guidance on how to handle landlord problems.
Are you concerned about eviction since your landlord is threatening to put you on the street for nonpayment of rent? Go here to learn about HUD evictions guidance.
Do you need emergency rental assistance so you can pay past-due rent and stay in your current home? Learn more about that here. Would you like to connect with a housing counselor to get free or low-cost expert advice? Go here to find one in your area. And to see additional options on the HUD.gov Rent Relief Resources page, click here.
