September 3, 2024
When you move into a new rental, you might think about decorating, arranging furniture, or finding the closest grocery store. What you may not think about […]
February 2, 2024
Realizing you’ve been scammed in a rental agreement can be overwhelming and stressful. Whether you’ve lost money to a fake landlord, discovered a fraudulent listing, or […]
January 4, 2024
You’ve waited for a response on your Section 8 application, hoping it would help you secure affordable housing. But instead, you receive a denial letter. It […]
December 15, 2023
Finding a legitimate landlord or rental agency is essential to avoid scams, especially with the growing number of rental fraud cases online. Whether you’re applying for […]
November 8, 2023
We’ve noticed that more and more of our readers and search reports indicate that people are falling for rental deposit scams. These scams can be convincing […]
October 10, 2023
Low-income housing is an essential part of the rental market, providing affordable options for individuals and families who may otherwise struggle to find safe, stable housing. […]
September 5, 2023
More landlords and tenants are turning to digital payment apps for rent, thanks to their convenience and speed. Apps like Venmo, PayPal, Zelle, and Cash App […]
August 16, 2023
Technology has revolutionized how we search for housing, but it has also opened new doors for scammers. With fake listings, fraudulent websites, and AI-generated schemes, housing […]
July 19, 2023
Housing fraud is an ongoing concern that affects countless individuals searching for affordable homes. From fake rental listings to fraudulent landlords, scams in the housing market […]
June 21, 2023
At Section 8 Shield, we’ve done a deep dive into the world of rental application sites to help renters find safe, reliable platforms. We spent weeks […]
May 10, 2023
Finding housing online is convenient, but it comes with risks. Scammers often create fake websites to exploit renters, stealing money and personal information. At Section 8 Shield, […]
April 4, 2023
The rental application process often requires sharing sensitive information, which unfortunately makes it a prime opportunity for identity theft. At Section 8 Shield, we’ve seen how […]