July 14, 2025
For years, we’ve seen people fall victim to housing scams while trying to get Section 8 support. Fake websites. Phony waitlist openings. Scammers pretending to be […]
July 10, 2025
What is the scam? Scammers, posing as housing authorities or legitimate assistance programs, lure Section 8 applicants by promising faster approvals “expedited processing” in exchange for upfront […]
June 23, 2025
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is releasing 60,000 new Housing Choice Vouchers in 2025. This is great news for families who need housing help. […]
May 13, 2025
Are you worried about Section 8 payment scams? With housing assistance fraud on the rise, knowing exactly when and how legitimate Section 8 payments are processed […]
April 25, 2025
Have you recently received a phone call or text message offering free rent through the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program? If so, beware: it’s likely a scam. […]
March 11, 2025
Losing your Section 8 voucher or getting scammed out of a housing opportunity can feel like the end of the road. But there are ways to […]
January 11, 2025
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has brought incredible advancements, but not all are being used for good. AI-generated rental scams are a growing issue, making […]
December 13, 2024
Immigrants often face unique challenges when applying for Section 8 housing. Unfortunately, scammers prey on this community, taking advantage of language barriers, unfamiliarity with the system, […]
December 5, 2024
In recent years, TikTok has become a go-to platform for life hacks, including tips on finding affordable housing. While some advice can be helpful, much of […]
December 1, 2024
Inflation has been dominating the news, and its ripple effects are being felt everywhere, including the affordable housing market. For renters relying on programs like Section […]
November 29, 2024
Rental assistance programs are lifelines for many renters, especially during tough economic times. However, with new programs emerging in 2024, scammers are also taking advantage of […]
November 19, 2024
Finding the perfect rental can be exciting, but it’s easy to fall victim to rental scams, especially when scammers use fake or stolen property photos to […]