We direct renters to various websites and places where they can find
appropriate housing. We also work with those renters, who are eligible, to prepare applications for various programs, Section 8 for example. We will help them to complete the applications and to send it in, always remembering that it is in the client's best interest to do as much of the work as possible. Subsidized Housing If looking to apply for subsidized housing you can find a list of all of the housing authorities in the Commonwealth, including their addresses and phone numbers: http://www.mass.gov/hed/economic/eohed/dhcd/contacts/local-housing-authority-listing.html. The common application for state aided housing is CHAMP (Common Housing Application for Massachusetts Programs) If you are a senior and/or disabled, it is recommended to specifically request Senior/Disabled Housing Affordable Housing-Below Market Rate affordable housing apartments or below market rent - can be found at MassHousing.com, specifically at http://tinyurl.com/MassHousingApartments and on the Commonwealth’s rental assistance page on Mass.gov at http://www.mass.gov/hed/housing/rental-assistance/ Market Rate Rentals A few options for searching include: www.craigslist.com www.wickedlocal.com (the local newspapers) www.Boston.com Fair Housing The Fair Housing Act applies to all landlords. Please see: http://www.mass.gov/ago/consumer-resources/your-rights/civil-rights/housing/housing-discrimination.html To report a fair housing violation http://www.bostonfairhousing.org/ |
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