Housing Guides

A balanced look at the pros and cons of renting to Section 8 tenants — reliable payments and lower vacancy versus inspections, payment caps, and paperwork.

The mechanics of Section 8 for landlords — how the HAP contract, payment standards, rent reasonableness, inspections, and recertification actually work.

The step-by-step process for becoming a Section 8 landlord — from preparing your unit to passing inspection and signing the HAP contract.

A practical guide for landlords considering Section 8 tenants: how you get paid, what inspections involve, how leases work, and the real pros and cons.

Since 2008, NYC has banned source-of-income discrimination in housing. This guide explains what's illegal, how to recognize and document violations, where to file complaints, and what remedies are available.

Your Section 8 eligibility interview is the final step before being issued a voucher. Bringing every required document the first time can save weeks of back-and-forth. This guide is the complete checklist plus what to expect on interview day.

Section 8 and CityFHEPS are NYC's two largest rental assistance programs, but they work very differently. This guide explains who qualifies for each, what they cover, how they compare, and which to apply for in different situations.

Section 8 is the federal government's main rental assistance program. In NYC, two agencies administer Section 8: NYCHA and HPD. This guide explains who can apply, the two paths into the program, and what to do once you have a voucher.

Once you have a Section 8 voucher, the next challenge is finding an apartment that accepts it. This guide covers practical search strategies, what to bring, scams to watch for, and how to negotiate.

NYC voucher holders are protected by federal, state, and local laws against discrimination. This guide explains your rights, what landlords cannot do, and how to fight back when they break the law.