(Reprinted from the U.S. Government's Department of Housing & Urban Development website, www.hud.gov )

Renter's Toolkit

Learn more about renting and HUD rental assistance programs.

Need Help?

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Privately owned subsidized housing - HUD helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants. Search for an apartment and apply directly at the management office.

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Public Housing - affordable apartments for low-income families, the elderly and persons with disabilities. To apply, contact a public housing agency.

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Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) – find your own place and use the voucher to pay for all or part of the rent. To apply, contact a public housing agency.

Local Renting Information

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Rental help in your state - find affordable rentals and special needs housing, get help with your utility bills, and more

Need Advice?

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Contact a housing counseling agency or call toll-free (800) 569-4287.

Your Rights and Responsibilities

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Fair housing

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Tenant rights, laws and protections in your state

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Rights of tenants displaced from government-funded projects

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Security deposits

More About Renting

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Ten tips every tenant should know

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Buying vs. renting

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Renters insurance

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Moving guide

 
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