You may be wondering what a low income apartment is, and how this may apply to you. Well, low income apartments are houses that can be afforded by those who have low or moderate income. In the US and in Canada, the normal cost of housing shouldn’t exceed 30% of the gross income for the ...
Low income housing, also called affordable housing, is rental housing that has been made affordable for those with sub-standard incomes. Low cost housing may or may not be owned by the government. Low income housing is usually governed by a governmental agency that makes sure the property owner is providing a safe dwelling for the ...
Why should I work hard to pay a mortgage, while my tax dollars go to a government plan to help other people pay their living expenses? Is this fair? On the surface it looks like a pretty bad deal, and in some cases it is, but it is important to realize and understand when and ...
Section 8 housing vouchers are available from the U.S. Housing Authority for low-income families who need assistance with paying their rent. These vouchers are not accepted by all property management companies, and often come with restrictions, but it can be a lifesaver if you don’t know how else to come up with housing payments. In ...
There are many services out there for the single parent. Unfortunately this individualistic society has caused a stigma to be cast upon the recipient of those services. However, we must brush away those anxieties and receive help when it is offered sometimes. Many single moms don’t know the plethora of services available to them here ...
I know how hard applying for low-income housing can be. RentBetter.org is a website for Chicago families trying to apply for the housing. This is a innovative idea from the Chicago Housing Authority that is designed to help low income families apply for the waiting list for the Chicago housing choice voucher program. In Chicago, ...
When my wife and I were starting out in life, we lived in a series of low income housing apartments, each of which was a different experience. While there is certainly a stigma attached to such living conditions, low income housing is sometimes the only option when you’re trying to get back on your feet. ...
