Section 8

As of late-June renters using Section 8 vouchers should prepare for a wave of upcoming changes—from income limits and rent‑calculation adjustments to shifts in program rules and potential federal budget cuts. 1. New HUD income limit ... more

Navigating affordable housing options can be complex. Two of the most common programs—public housing and Section 8—are often misunderstood. Here's what you need to know about the differences between these essential housing solutions. What is ... more

Many low-income renters wonder how to get Section 8 immediately. While the process can be lengthy, understanding how it works — and where to find landlords who accept vouchers — can help speed things up ... more

If you're desperately searching for how to get a Section 8 housing voucher immediately, you're likely in a difficult situation. The unfortunate reality is that "immediately" and "Section 8" rarely go together. The demand for ... more

Nearly 60,000 Americans who accessed emergency housing vouchers (EHVs)—introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic—are being told the program will end prematurely, forcing them to find housing solutions before mid‑2026. Originally set to run through 2030, EHVs ... more

President Donald Trump’s fiscal year 2026 budget proposal includes a sweeping 43% cut—$26.7 billion—from HUD’s rental assistance programs, including Section 8 vouchers. The administration plans to consolidate funding into a new State Rental Assistance Block Grant ... more

As of early June, many Section 8 renters and landlords across the U.S. have reported delays in monthly rental payments, which usually arrive within the first three business days. These delays could mean late fees or ... more

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is expanding the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program this month, distributing 60,000 new vouchers to Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) across the country. It’s one of ... more

For hundreds of families in Vermont, the lifeline of Section 8 housing assistance is being severed. Facing flat federal funding and a brutal rental market, local housing authorities have been forced to stop issuing new ... more

Across the United States, millions of low-income individuals and families rely on the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program to secure stable and affordable housing. As of June 2025, Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) nationwide ... more

The federal government’s 2025 budget proposal has sparked alarm across the country. A major part of the plan involves slashing federal housing assistance—particularly the Section 8 voucher program. This could disrupt housing for millions of ... more

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced a major expansion of the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program starting in June 2025. This marks one of the most significant increases in ... more

As housing costs climb and affordability challenges grow, the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program remains one of the most critical resources for millions of Americans. Whether you're applying for the first time or hoping ... more

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced a new expansion of the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program for June 2025. As housing costs rise, HUD is expanding the program to ... more

As of June 4, 2025, Section 8 housing voucher recipients in several parts of the U.S. are reporting delays in their monthly rental payments. The delays are affecting both renters and landlords, sparking concerns about ... more

A sweeping new proposal from President Donald Trump would place strict time limits on public housing access for so-called “able-bodied” adults and slash funding for rental assistance programs like Section 8—triggering a wave of potential ... more

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is facing strong criticism from both builders and civil rights advocates. They argue that HUD’s policies are driving up housing costs while failing to enforce anti-discrimination ... more

Section 8 housing applications are opening in several cities this June as local housing authorities begin new intake periods for low-income renters seeking rental assistance. With rising demand and limited funding, eligible applicants are encouraged ... more

The federal Section 8 program, which supports housing for over 2 million low-income families, is facing a two-front crisis—beneficiaries unable to move across state lines and a proposed bill in Congress that could slash funding ... more