For Landlords

Are you a landlord, property manager, or housing provider interested in making a difference in your community?

Renting to refugees and newcomers not only helps individuals and families establish a safe and stable home but also brings long-term benefits to neighborhoods and the housing market.

Learn about the resettlement process, gain insight into how we support landlords like you, and discover the resources available to ensure a successful housing experience. Ready to explore further? Schedule a meeting with us to discuss details, ask questions, and find out how you can get involved.

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Featured Resource

Fact Sheet & FAQ on Renting to Refugees and Other Eligible Newcomers

The U.S. federal government assists refugees and other eligible newcomer populations with resettlement support services as they begin to rebuild their lives in the United States. This fact sheet and FAQ answer questions that landlords and property managers may have as they consider renting to refugees and other eligible newcomers.

RESOURCES for LANDLORDS

Discover resources tailored for landlords, property managers, and housing providers—offering practical guidance, answers to commonly asked questions, and insights into partnering with refugee resettlement agencies to provide housing to newcomers.

Housing Provider Frequently Asked Questions: Renting to Newcomers and Refugees

This FAQ guide is designed to help landlords and other housing providers understand the unique aspects of renting to newcomers, including refugees and asylum seekers. It addresses common questions and concerns, providing practical information to facilitate a smooth and inclusive experience for all.

Landlord Toolkit

This comprehensive tool for housing providers contains key information and resources on renting to refugees, including the resettlement process, support available to refugees when renting, FAQs, and more.

Rental Application Essentials: How Newcomers Can Use Alternative Documents

This guide provides an overview of the typical documents required by landlords or property managers when applying to rent a house or apartment. It highlights which documents newcomers might use as substitutes.

An Overview on Renting to Newcomers

This webinar hosted by RHS for housing providers shared detailed information about the resettlement process, the benefits of renting to newcomers, and ways for housing providers to engage with the resettlement agencies.

Understanding the Demographics of U.S. Immigrants

A new explainer from the Migration Policy Institute provides a thorough breakdown of migration trends and demographics in the U.S. This insightful resource serves as an essential guide for resettlement agency staff, affordable housing providers, community sponsors, and volunteers alike. It can also be helpful to community groups and individuals who are generally unfamiliar with who refugees, immigrants, and other newcomers to the U.S. are and want to learn more.

Renting to Newcomers

Newcomers are typically seeking stability, and are often long-term tenants.

Landlord Opportunities: Renting to Newcomers

This factsheet adapted from a CWS resource highlights the benefits of renting to refugees to address landlords and property managers’ hesitancies in providing permanent housing solutions. This resource also aims to cultivate a general understanding of the services and financial assistance granted to newcomers.

Fair Housing Act 101

This resource provides a comprehensive overview of the rights and protections
guaranteed under the Fair Housing Act, offering guidance on navigating the housing landscape, understanding tenant rights, and acting against discriminatory practices.

Working with the Afghan refugees has gone very well. The supporting agencies provide for a smooth process that meets all our standard requirements while the overall program protects the interests of our owners and investors.

Scott Kelly, Chief Operating Officer, CONREX Property Management

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Find local refugee resettlement offices near me

Newcomers are assigned to a local resettlement office, which provides core services such as housing, cultural orientation, employment, and financial assistance to assist newcomers towards self-sufficiency.

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You can make an immediate impact in the lives of refugees and newcomers by partnering with us.

Are you a landlord or property owner with affordable housing availability? If so, we want to hear from you. Please fill out this form to be connected with local resettlement practitioners seeking housing options in your area: