To help address at least one obstacle that refugees and other newcomers face when looking for safe, affordable housing in the U.S., HIAS created a Housing Guarantee Fund in May 2022. The fund succeeds when HIAS affiliate agencies backstop newcomer leases financially by co-signing or otherwise guaranteeing them, so landlords do not hesitate to welcome…
As affordable rental properties continue to be in high demand, individual landlords and rental property owners as well as property management company staff are always looking for reliable and responsible tenants.
The Federal Housing Program Eligibility for Newcomer Populations matrix is an essential resource designed to help service providers and newcomers navigate the complexities of federal housing assistance. This comprehensive spreadsheet clearly outlines which ORR-eligible newcomer populations qualify for various federal housing programs, providing detailed information on eligibility criteria. Additionally, the matrix includes direct links to…