Hi I’m Jason Strick,
I’ve been a Section 8 Landlord for over 10 years and I am very pleased to have wonderful Section 8 tenants. My goal is to help those looking for affordable housing and those needing help with completion of the Section 8 application. I tell it like it is so you’ll find only straight talk here – no complicated government lingo. I’ll try to answer your questions promptly and guide you along the way. If you have any questions please use the comment form on an article or the contact form and I’ll get with you promptly. Thanks and good luck.
I have section 8 my lease is up Nov. 30th I want to port from Georgia to Irmo SC that does not have a housing authority, only Columbia SC does. I just want to know the best approach to take to make sure Irmo SC does have funds available. When going to gosection8.com they do have homes that take section 8. I will begin looking in July and willing to pay an early deposit so I can be settled by DEC 1st in a cozy home in Irmo,SC…Any Suggestions!!
Palm beach county Florida. Three bedrooms. Myself and my two daughters. Ten and two.
Dear Jason Strick,
Hello! I live in Lodi California USA. I currently live in a Low Income Apartment, for those of us, Who are on SSI, SSDI, Or Both. A Few Are Just Retired.
I Need to Apply for Section 8 Housing, But I Want To Stay in My Own Apartment, Condo, or Townhome, Here In Lodi.
I’m NOT Interested In Renting A Home.
Could you please contact me!!
Thank You,
Mary C Williams
Do you have homes in New Jersey
Hi Jason, I would like information emailed to me about the homeownership program the ins and outs of it all. Im disabled at the time so anything in reference to one on Social security disability. Thanks India
I have domestic on my record and went to prison for it or them twice a Berg charge I only did sixty days house arrest five years papers there pretty old can I get sec 8
Hi Jason Mike clanton here I was looking into trying to get in the program I draw disability but it’s not but 14000 a yr so I really don’t know how to go about this can u help. I’m in Mississippi
If I have a two bedroom house with large bedrooms, can I have 1 mother in each bedroom with their child? These individuals would pay out of pocket for our rental property but we follow the Section 8 rules.
If you plan on renting out privately, you don’t have to follow any section 8 guidelines.
However, you may want to make sure your house is zoned for multi family dwellings before renting out to 2 separate families.
I just got approved for a two bedroom section 8 choice voucher and i make $733.00 ssi disability. It will be myself, my finance and our 5 month old fighter. I Dont know how much the voucher will cover but i would like to,find a place in,Spokane valley around bus protes STA. We both have really good rental history no education no law suite our credit is not good based on medical problems. We live on the north side and not a good area so we are living. Does anyone know of,rental and landlords that will have opening asap and we want a house. Please call or text chris 509-861-0100
I live in Phoenix Arizona I have been living with my brother since I got out of prison inside prison I had a baby she’s fifteen months old and do to family problems me and my brother realize we can not live together so I’m basically wanting my own place with me and my daughter I have no job I get food stamps and cash assistant but the cash has stopped I am currently needing a job but need my own space for me and my daughter.
Hello
I just received a sectio 8 voucher in San Joaquin county. My doctor wants me to move it down to San Jose due to seeing her and my psychologist every week. What do I do ? Also I looked up the properties is their county my voucher is so low I can find anything.
Hello Jason.
My name is Azelin. I have only one question: how do I apply for section 8 online. Is there a website or link of some kind?
No, unfortunately you cannot apply for section 8 online.
Hi I want to purchase a home in my area and rent it out. How do I qualify a rental as section 8?
Im a 50 year old woman that have a physical and mentally disabity, that has conservatorship of my nephew, june will be going to turn in my section-8 application my nephew has a provider that spends 5 to six hours with hi. Plus a ihss worker comes over to, does that qualify me for a 3 bedroom voucher
no, 2 bedroom at the max.
I had section 8 in Massachusetts almost 12 years ago, ive moved 3 times in the same city since then but didnt think about my section 8. Would it still be active?
No, you have to get recertified each year
Hi,
I’m currently living in public housing in Portland, OR but want to move out of state (Montana) and would like to get on a waiting list for a section 8 housing choice voucher to use there. Do I need to do that in Oregon first or can I try for a hopefully shorter wait and apply on Montana’s section 8 list while I’m still living here in Oregon?
Thanks!
I live in Colorado, my boyfriend and I both applied at the same time for section 8 housing in Jefferson county Colorado. My name was drawn for housing. Siince it was my name, I am head of household, correct? And they will decide things based off my income, correct? Last questions. My boyfriend has a charge of possession of methamphetamine (1/8 of a gram, or 10 cents) on his record. It was based as a misdemeanor. Does housing use the original charge or the end charge when making their decision?
Yes, you will be head of household. They will base it on the total income of everyone living in the home.
They will use the end charge most likely.
Hello..my question is if i have next to nothing coming in an need a place asap and im a single man is there a program that allows me to get in right away…..i keep seeing women some with kids an some without getting accepted in these programs ive herd of some women waiting less then a month an some that have waited a little over a year and me as a black male has not had much oppertunity to be involved in a program that allows me to push forward in life…i just started school to grow into a career but i have no financial freedoms to pay rent car note an keep food in the refrigerator of working pt time at burger king i have no felonies or any thing on my background that would prevent me from being elgible.
There is 3 adult women ages 62, 59 and 52 that just received section. We found a 3 bedroom house. Then we where told we could only rent a 2 bedroom. 2 of women are disabled. Is there any exceptions for individuals with disabilities. Should it matter how many bedrooms if it is in the allowed budget. We live in Ocean County NJ.
I am a Section 8 tenant out on a one-bedroom voucher but I’m looking for a 2-bedroom homes at least less than what I got now is$850 I’m looking for something cheaper
Hi I am interested on finding a 2 or 3 bedroom. I havent started the application process yet but I am looking for low income housing.. Any information you can provide or any help would be appreciated.
Hello Jason,
My name is Kelly M. Rankin, I was released from prison on July 7th of 2015. I have a drug charge ( Unlawful Delivery of a controlled substance between 1 and 4 grams) It was methamphetamines. It was not near any public housing that I am sure of. I am desperately needing help with housing! How do I go about applying for and obtaining the help of Section 8? I have a job,… But I am paid straight cash. I have a car in my name with co- signer. I have a checking and a savings account. I have 3 children 11,16,and 18.I am single as well. Hopefully this information wil help you give me an idea or answer to see if I could qualify…., Thank You for your time.
Kelly
While visiting with my sister, two men burst i her apartment pointing a double sawed off shotgun in my face.
To make it short. It back me a hostage situation, rape and robbery.
After they were captured, Their family members threatened by following and telling us not to appear in court.
We appeared in court, they incarcerated, but that did not end my fear.
I got section 8, using a different. But I was receiving 2 checks 2 different names and social
I am diagnosed with Post traumatic Stress Disorder, and I still have panic attacks due to fear after the assaults.
I did my time which was 6 months but not sent to prison. The Judge said I did not belong there.
It w as over in January 2010.
Here it is 2016 and Section 8, Hud Housing keep denying me?
Being a virgin when assaulted was traumatic enough and now my error because of it, I feel that I am still being raped.
Also, I am paying restitution.
How much is a voucher am out for 2 adults and 1 child age 3
I’ve been on Section 8 for years and want to port to another area. Before I do I need to file Bankruptcy. How will that effect section 8?
Hi I live in miami fl. I would like to know can my daughter and i get a two bedroom under our section8 she is in college and lives at home we are now in a one bedroom apt.
Most likely no.
Hello, I moved from Texas to California almost a year ago and I’m supposed to go pick my section 8 voucher up on the 31st, but I have stayed in public housing before, not section 8, but due to my move I owe the housing authority in Texas will that stop me from getting the section 8 voucher on the 31ßt and will it stop me from getting housed in California?
I live in Perryville Arkansas and will soon haveva section 8 voucher. I have been on this program before but what I really would like go know is if there is any assistance with becoming a homeowner. I’ve been told that currently there is no ownership voucher program available. I would like to know if there are any other programs or if the voucher program will soon be reinstated and how can I find out. My email address is murphyatnutlane@yahoo.com if you need it to answer any of my concerns. Thank you for your time.
Hi, my name is Tracey and I have a application and need help with how I should fill it out. I’m on disability and really can’t afford to get a place on my own with my income. If anyone can help me out I would really appreciate any information you have. Thank you, sincerely Tracey
What’s is the best way to answer when asked if convicted of felony, which was 29 yearago?
Hi I live in Baltimore city and my nephew is 16 and homless he my nephew by marriage me and his aunt live together and married and I wanted to know if I can add him on my voucher so he can live with us
Hi I live In Baltimore city and my nephew. Is 16 and homless can I add him to my housing so he can live with me
I have a 18 year old daughter does she still have to b in one bedroom boucher with me just couse she a female even if she adult
Hello Mr. Strick. I’m living in a rental home ( had to get out of apartment ts. I. To old for dorms 🙂 )
The house I have rented since June 2015 is in an horrible state. Even though it was ‘ inspected by KCDC.
The outlet for the washer ( renting to own ) shocked EZ rental employees as well as myself.
I had to pay out $80,00 to have it fixed.
Due to my landlord ( when I first moved in, I asked him for just.. Can of primer for the inside.
Its hard to explain his reaction other than livid, angrer, and yelling. I told him I would never call again. In that same conversation he did let me know he could evict me anytime he saw fit.
You being a landlord, I thought I might ask for your option.
When they ( landlords) knew I was taking the place, all things ended. Painting, porch in decay…bubbles in the bathroom lines. Its, embarrising to have people to come in.
I have never been late on rent Anywhere I’ve ever lived, nor my KUB bill, and have always carried renters insurance.
I don’t believe it is the nor to be so afraid of verbal back lash that I spend money on a home I don’t own.
I’ve waited solo long for a ho.e to co available.
I just didn’t realize that the ‘land loard’ of 4 is the one I had no choice to deal with.
That’s why my thought of moving out of Tennessee came up.
Can anyone help me get an apartment? Or a place of my own?
I am wondering if there is a age limit for sharing a room in Oklahoma city… I have a 16 and 10 year old boys sharing a room. Should they shair a room by law ?
Yes, they should be sharing a room.
What happens when a tenant looses there job/ability to pay there parts of the rent?
Since you are affiliated with section 8 I wonder if you could tell me what the ombudsman phone number is
Can you mail the section 8 application to me
Should my family be receiving some sort of be nights allowance? Our totally monthly income is my daughters s.s.i. $733.00 monthly. I am disabled, no way around that only waiting for time to pass. Ssi, can be a very lengthy process, lol. ?!?!
Also do I need to contact the county that I want to move to and inquire about any kind of waiting list that they may have?
Sincerely; Amanda White
I have moved from California to oregon in a family emergency situation over the weekend can they still transfer my housing if I already moved?
You can ask them since it was an emergency but usually no
Can you be on the waiting list with a. P.O box address
Good question. I think so.
I am a 25yr old single woman. I have two part time jobs but still make less than 1,000 a month. Do I qualify for section 8?
Apply and see
I have section 8 and would like to Mabey get a house instead of a apartment I herd there’s this program now if your a first time homeowner you might be eligible to have section 8 pay for a mortgage instead if renting how do I qualify and apply
Browse this site. Lots of good info including the rent to own program.
I have section 8 already for my son and I If I wanted to get married and my boyfriend has a criminal past but has not been in trouble for over 7 years now will I be able to put him on my lease and my landlord does like him
You’ll be fine.
I have change my life and have a awful past history just with drugs can I get section eight cause the last seven years change my life im responsible now and plan to be for the rest of my life I’ve sold drugs and made them..would I qualify for section eight…
I live in grand junction and I’m got a divorce and I’m 42 and.at this time in a 2 bedroom since I have a daughter that turns 4 Nov and been told next year is Oct will have to go to a one bedroom but my daughter will be 5 then. And my daughter is staying with my sister for 4 month since I have. Full custody in which the courts were trying to say o have to pay him support when he gets only a couple he’s every other sun supervisored and I disagree so there’s no child support which OK so I I’ve Been told 5yrs they have their own room so she’ll be turning 5 Nov and I need to know that cause it really seems weird that parents share a room with child or the parent in the living room
Im a felon and i recieve ssdi, i was wondering if you could please tell me if im eligible for a section 8 voucher or any type of income based housing… No sex crime or drug conviction. Any help will be greatly appreciated.
A friend of mine, got married in another state, and she has section 8 in another state, the husband never lived with her, they’ve been married for almost 4 years, , how can she tell section 8 without losing her voucher and getting in trouble, , and there in the process of divorcing, , (she’s a good person and she didn’t know she had to report
Hello Jason,
I’ve lived in the same Home for the past 10 years, it is accessible for me, I am very greatful for my section 8 & my landlord! I’ve been dealing with multiple sclerosis since I was 24 & I have never had a problem finding a home! I am now 46 & I’m having every problem!! My care provider & I have looked at so many possible homes, filled out applications, paid processing fees . I am on ssi & have been most of my life & it’s never been a problem! I need help! I’ve never had to ask for help because I’ve always knew what to do. I have always spoke with the owner of a home & never had a problem but now in Big Bear Lake, CA it seems that we can only deal with realtor’s!! Help please, Carol 909-478-2983 or captaincampos70@gmail.com
If you have time a phone call would be easier for me because my care provider Yolanda can listen as well
I’m in the waiting list since 2011 and I’m still waiting for answers but never get it and I even don’t know my # I went to the office ask them but never get solution so idk who I’m gonna contact and get the right answer
Am disabled and I would like to see if you would email me a lisr of Duplexs and Houses that work with disabled and homeless
I caught a criminal threats charge back in 09 it’s a felony will I get denied for section 8?
Probably not.
I caught a criminal threats charge back in 09 it’s a felony will I get denied for section 8
I would like to know that answer as well. I’m 60yrs and no children, disabled from hip surgery and lumbago.
I’m legal with no guaranteed place of stay and no children, could I apply for section 8?
Sure.
Hello thier, my wife and I currently live in Ohio and have a two bedroom apt. We would like to port our vaucher to another state, can you give us any information on section 8 friendly states that are currently absorbing? Also my mother has became unable to care for herself and needs care, she makes about 2,500 a month any idea if she would be allowed to live with us if we pay extra? Thank you, for all you do, Tim
The caretaker should be able to be added onto your account. Just put all of the necessary information on your forms.
Hi! I live in Richmond Va. I been on sec8 for I6 yrs. previously had 2 bedroom voucher, now that I am moving been downsized to a 1 bdrm, my daughter is 17. Its very hard to find housing with the $ amount. Majority of 2 BDRM are over my limit. My sister in law and 18yr old niece receive voucher for first time she has a 2 bdrm. Are there guidelines between old and new recipients?
I have asked my housing authority to transfer my section 8 to another city in the same state and they have told me they r not doing that but have not explained why can u help tell me why they won’t I have not even been offered the paper work to see if I can they just said no what do I do ?????
Hi Jason,
I have a question in regards to the size of a bedroom, and what Is considered to small to be a bedroom. Currently I am looking at a 3 bed, 1 bath house to buy and rent to section 8 tennants in philadephia . The 3rd bed room is very small and I’m worried that the Housing Authority may deem the property as a 2 bedroom. Are there specific guidelines that determine if the size qualifies as a bed room? Are there certain things the room must have inorder to be a bedroom? Please let me know if you can help clarify. Thanks.
Dan
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Just make sure it has a closet and can fit a bed.
Hi I have section 8 and I been to jail for 911 police false reports for not getting in the ambulance they keep me there for a few hours till court time . And I wonder will I lose my section 8 for this . I have no felony charges or anything .
I don’t know the extent of what you were charged with. It’s a possibility.
I’ve recently tried to add my sister to my section 8, she’s 10. And they said they would not add her because I didn’t have custody of her. I’ve have explianed I’ve had her for a year. My mother doesn’t even have a place of her own. Then told me I needed the original birth Certificate. I have teo daughters of my own and never had to show custody papers or hive them the original bcs. What am I to do here?
She’s not your daughter and you don’t have custody. Going to be tough.
I am transferring my section 8 to Texas. I have a 4 year old that will turning 5 in February and a 19 year old sister who will be living with me. How many rooms can I have??
I am looking for a 3 bedroom My lease is up On the 31st Of July And I was wondering if there was any sites or anything that can help me find a place because I’ve been Finding places but no one accept section 8 Thank you for your timeIf there’s any information I would really appreciate it thank you have a good day I live in Denver Colorado and I’m looking in area just for Jefferson County.
Very difficult to find section 8 housing online.
What is the price limits on a two or three bedroom in Houston texas thinking about relocating from California and every.States limits are different.
What the procedure on a 2 or ,3 bed room
I’ve been in Section 8 apartment in northern California since 2011. In good standing with them, no problems.
I’m Porting to Southern California and have found agencies that will accept my voucher and pay their part of the rent. Not all agencies will agree to pay sec8 part of the rent and require my current sec8 county. Of course they won’t pay and shouldn’t have to.
I’m living on only SSI,SS I’m 61 can’t work. Saving money for the move is impossible. Need funds to Fix car first, Gas,food, lodging while waiting, deposits,1st month rent,etc.
How does a disabled senior citizen afford to move? I’m moving for my health and life and future. Living in the redwoods I’ve aged before my time. I’m 61 feel 75, doctors visits monthly or more often.
Any suggestions on the money problem?
Am disabled and hopeing for a studio or one bedroom. Being how I am since 1996, l can only hope that my prayers are answered. Thank you. Chris Becker.
Hello iam trying to deport to Dade county do you haft to be working?
Live in San Diego CA currently have a 2 bedroom voucher if the standard for initial vouchers here r 2 people per sleeping area and we have 6 people in the house will they issue me a 3 bedroom voucher if I move within the jurisdiction? Confused because the unit size standards for initial vouchers are different than if you need a voucher increase…. and they are not clear on what “initial voucher” really means…. is it considered to be an “initial voucher” every time you move to a new unit and an “increase in voucher size” if you stay in the same unit? For initial vouchers the standard for a 2 bd voucher max is 4people… for 3 bedroom it’s 6 people max. but for an increase the max in a 2bd unit is 6 ….. can you clarify please??? No one at the SDHC will tell me if my Voucher will increase if I move or not…. I am trying to figure out if Moving is even an option considering most landlords here will not rent a 2 bd to 6 people…
I was just wondering if anybody know how much 1 bedroom vouchers are for San verbs dino county
…. Thanks
How many bedrooms are u allowed to get in the state of Tennessee if u only have one small child
1
What is the unit size for Ohio? Is it two heartbeats per room?
What’s the rules and rights on section8 and if I get a boyfriend how can he be on my lease and if he work do my rent go up
My husband has ms iam on permenat disablity right now we live in NJ but I have most of my family in CA from what I’ve heard CA is better for us with just our disabilitys alone for the weather there I by the way suffer fron acure chronic pain I don’t know were to start of applying for section 8 and can I do it online since from were iam? I just know were to start if talking on the phone then online to let me know were to ever begin then email me ill give you my nimber or I can even call you by the way this is the best website I’ve ever seen you wanting to help others is so wonderful before my disability – was a medic. Thanks so much in advance for help actually this is the start so thank you from my heart god bless jenn beatty biddle
Click on this link to read some information and get the application for Sonoma County http://section8facts.wpengine.com/?p=777
You can mail the application to = Sonoma County Housing Authority – 1440 Guerneville Road – Santa Rosa, CA 95403-4107
But they won’t take your application if your current address is from out of the state. They also prioritize people working in their jurisdiction.
The waiting list in my county is 5+ years to get section 8 assistance, I applied and have been on the list only a few months but am desperate for help for myself and my kiddos. I’m wondering if I can apply in surrounding cities or counties, or if I can only apply in the area that I currently live in.? Thank you!
You are already on the wait list, you’ll have to wait. In the meantime as I always say, try contacting 311 or your Local City Hot Line to ask about other options to get rental assistance.
i am moveing to fla, i have sec 8 in maine can i have a friend live with me
I’m assuming you have discussed and been approved your Section 8 voucher to be transferred to FL. with your local Housing Authority. You can have anybody live with you. Whether you can add him/her to your voucher is a different story.
Wait until 18
Hi Jason,
How do I go about getting a password for the password protected CA article ?
Thanks !
PS. Great website you are providing.
If i have section 8 in washington county and have achance to move to St.Helens which is Columbia County How do i transfer my housing?Or can i?
You can definitely transfer. Read this article on transferring.
can i add my adult daughter to my lease she is 18years old and not yet working?
You can add anyone you want as long as you can prove them dependent.
if i owe an amount of $400.00 when i had housing how i can i pay it? and would i still be able to apply for section 8, who do i need to pay that to
You need to contact the housing authority where you were a tenant and be honest with them and ask what you can do to remedy this problem. Because they do a background check on you most likely, the non payment will show up and you cannot have any previous Section 8 violations on your history or you will be locked out of the Section 8 program.