Завантажити український документ Скачать русский документ Download in English This resource outlines the documents usually required from tenant applicants by landlords and property managers when applying to rent a house or apartment. These requirements can be met in different ways, and some documents that newcomers have can be substitutes. It is best to speak with…
Understanding Ukrainian Resettlement Ukrainians who are fleeing violence can enter the United States through several avenues. Traditional pathways such as refugee status, asylum, and various types of visas are viable for some Ukrainians. But many are also entering the U.S. as Ukrainian Humanitarian Parolees (UHPs) through the Uniting for Ukraine (U4U) program. Though UHPs have the…
Transforming a Campus into Newcomer Housing The Brattleboro community, where World Learning is headquartered, was one of the first rural American communities to welcome Afghans. World Learning provided short-term housing to 107 Afghans beginning in January 2022 and is preparing to welcome 70 more this fall. The infrastructure of World Learning’s 200-acre campus, particularly residence…
Download The Walk-Through Checklist After identifying appropriate housing, the newcomer family and their case manager should visit the property to be sure it meets housing safety and functionality standards. Arrive at the housing site with either a smartphone or a camera and notepad to document any preexisting damage to the unit, and download this housing walk–through checklist to…
Seek Out Welcoming Landlords and Property Owners Sometimes the toughest part of the housing process is knowing where to meet landlords and property owners who are interested in renting to newcomers. To get started, here are some ideas adapted from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) guide Tips for Working with Landlords: Connect…
While property weatherization is usually associated with winter and individual houses, weatherization is an energy-efficient process that apartment dwellers can also do to control energy use in a rental property, whether it is a house or an apartment. Resources Birdog Lighting LED Lighting Rebates Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) …
Landlords use screening tools such as background checks and credit reports to assist them in finding the right tenant for their property. So why shouldn’t an applicant also use tools to screen a potential landlord for credibility and reliability? Watch more trainings & webinars