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Help with rent, deposits, and staying housed — plus free HUD-approved counseling and information on housing-choice (Section 8) waitlists. We point you to the agencies that run these programs in your area.
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Free or low-cost advice from HUD-approved counselors on renting, avoiding eviction, and finding rental help in your area.
Who it’s for: Open to anyone. Counseling is free or low-cost regardless of income.
HUD housing counselor referral line
Rental assistance that helps you pay private-market rent. Run by local Public Housing Agencies (PHAs); waitlists are common.
Who it’s for: Generally for households at or below 50% of the area median income. Apply through your local PHA when its waitlist is open.
HUD line can direct you to your local PHA
Dial 211 to be connected to local emergency rental assistance, eviction-prevention programs, and legal aid in your community.
Who it’s for: Programs vary by location; many help renters facing eviction or behind on rent due to hardship.
Free, 24/7 in most areas
Verified, free, and answered by real people. Call directly — no application needed.
Connects you to a free HUD-approved housing counselor for help with renting, eviction, and foreclosure.
Disaster assistance information, including help for housing after a federally declared disaster.
Confidential help for veterans who are homeless or at risk, and their families.
A private company — not a government agency. We provide free information and point you to official programs to apply to directly. We never charge you, distribute aid, or submit applications on your behalf.