How do you qualify for section 8 housing?
Section 8 housing (also known as the Housing Choice Voucher Program) is a rental assistance program designed to help low income families find affordable housing in safe neighborhoods. The federal program pays a percentage of the monthly rent directly to the landlord creating a greatly reduced monthly rent amount for the renter. To qualify for the section 8 housing program the family (or individual) must meet certain income and family size criteria. Prove household income using check stubs and/or tax returns. Income eligibility is based on the area’s median income and the size of the household applying for section 8 housing. Income guidelines and program details vary from state to state. Most states have section 8 housing programs for families with incomes ranging from moderate to extremely low. To qualify, your household income should not exceed 50% of the county’s median income for a family the size of yours. Contact your local housing authority. Most states have a local number for in
