Landlords have many questions about their rights surrounding Section 8 requirements and restrictions. In Maryland, source-of-income protections generally prohibit housing discrimination based on lawful sources of income, including housing assistance such as vouchers. Additionally, Fair Housing Law protects Baltimore City residents from discrimination based on the source of income, which includes vouchers. So, join us […]
Tag Archives: Housing Choice Voucher Program
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All landlords have a goal to rent to tenants who will pay in full and on time. One way to widen your prospective tenant pool is to accept Section 8 tenants. While it may seem worrisome for some landlords, there are several benefits to accepting tenants with a Housing Choice Voucher. After all, in a […]
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Investing in Section 8 housing can be an excellent strategy for some investors. After all, low-income housing is essential for several reasons, and many households can benefit from greater access to affordable housing. In the video below, we’ll go over the basics of low-income housing, including tenant-based and project-based assistance, and how to invest in […]
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As a landlord, the goal is to rent your property quickly to tenants who will pay in full and on time. Therefore, one way to increase the applicant pool is to become a Section 8 landlord. By working with the local public housing agency that administers the Housing Choice Voucher Program, owners can make their […]
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Housing Choice Vouchers are an important part of the rental market in Washington, D.C. For landlords and property managers, understanding how the program works is especially important because D.C. law protects source of income, including housing vouchers. Read on to know what to expect when becoming a Section 8 landlord in Washington, DC. Main Takeaways […]