Housing Services
Access government housing programs, assistance, and resources for renters and homeowners
Housing Programs
Rental Assistance
Find help with rental payments and housing costs
- Section 8 vouchers
- Emergency rental help
- Public housing
Homeownership
Programs to help you buy and maintain a home
- First-time buyers
- FHA loans
- Home repair grants
Housing Rights
Understand your rights and protections
- Fair housing
- Tenant rights
- Legal assistance
Housing Resources
Find Housing
- Affordable housing search
- Property listings
- Income requirements
- Application guides
Housing Education
- Homebuyer education
- Financial planning
- Home maintenance
- Foreclosure prevention
Frequently Asked Questions
Start by contacting your local Public Housing Agency (PHA) to determine your eligibility for Section 8 vouchers or other rental assistance programs. You'll need to provide documentation of your income and household size.
FHA loans typically require a minimum credit score of 580 with a 3.5% down payment. Lower credit scores may be accepted with a larger down payment. You must also have steady employment history and meet debt-to-income requirements.
The Fair Housing Act protects you from discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability. You also have rights regarding property maintenance, security deposits, and eviction procedures.