This program will help potential renters know what to look for before they sign a lease and when they decide to move later.

Topics that will be covered:

• Overview (Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program)
• Tenant Right
• Fair Housing
• Renting vs. Buying
• Financial Assessment to determine Rental Affordability
• Fees, Deposit, Credit Report, Criminal Background Check and Rental Insurance
• Application Process and Lease
• Move in / Move out process
• Tips for Tenants before signing a Lease
  • Is it a legally binding document
  • Read the lease before signing
  • Ask about any penalties that apply if you break a lease
  • Don't sign a lease with blank spaces
  • All legal parties responsible for paying rent need to sign the lease
  • Get the name, address, and phone number of the individual, company, landlord who manages the property
  • Negotiate for provisions to be added or deleted. Tenant and landlord should initial all changes
  • Ask for a signed copy of the lease
  • When the lease has been broken the tenant will have some liability and may owe some money

"Appointments only for Non-Section 8 clients"
Call 337-721-4030