Help with monthly rent
Up to $1,000 may be available toward your rent, depending on the program and your eligibility.
What to expect
What rent help can look like
Programs come from federal, state and local agencies and verified nonprofit partners. Here is what you can expect when you check.
Not a loan
Rental assistance is not a loan, so it doesn’t create debt or affect your credit.
No upfront fees
Checking is free with no obligation. Be wary of any site that asks you to pay to apply.
Rent-to-own homes, too
Don’t need rental help? Rent-to-own homes are also available if you’re working toward owning.
How it works
Three steps to see your options
Free to check, with no obligation and no upfront fees.
- 1
Tap “Register Now”
You’ll go to our partner’s website, where your free eligibility check begins.
- 2
Complete the short form
A few questions about your household, income and rent. It takes about 10 minutes or less.
- 3
See your options
Find out which programs you may qualify for. Processing time varies by program and location.
Before you start
Who may qualify
Eligibility varies by program. Most look at your income, whether you’re currently renting, and your documentation. Some programs give priority to:
- Seniors
- Single parents
- People affected by job loss
- Renters facing rising housing costs
Already in a rent-to-own home? Renters in rent-to-own homes can apply too.
Good to have ready
Documents commonly needed
Having these handy can make the short form go faster.
- A photo ID
- Proof of income
- Your lease or rental agreement
- Proof of residency
- Recent rent payments
Planning to own?
Saving toward a home of your own
These programs are for renters who want to save toward buying a home, and help with rent can make that a little easier. If you don’t need rental assistance, rent-to-own homes are also available.
Questions
Plain answers before you start
The things renters most often ask about rental assistance.
What is rental assistance?
Rental assistance is help paying your monthly rent. Programs are offered through federal, state and local agencies and verified nonprofit partners. Up to $1,000 may be available, depending on the program and your eligibility.
Who can qualify?
Eligibility varies by program. Most look at your income, whether you’re currently renting, and your documentation. Some programs give priority to seniors, single parents, and people affected by job loss or rising housing costs.
Does it affect my credit or taxes?
Rental assistance is not a loan, so it doesn’t create debt or affect your credit. It is usually not counted as taxable income, but please verify with a tax professional or the agency that runs your program.
How long does it take?
The short form takes about 10 minutes or less. After that, processing time varies by program and location.
Can I apply if I already have a rent-to-own agreement?
Yes. Renters living in rent-to-own homes can also apply.
What documents will I need?
Commonly a photo ID, proof of income, your lease or rental agreement, and proof of residency and recent rent payments.
How do I apply?
Tap “Register Now” to go to our partner’s website and fill out the short form. It takes about 10 minutes or less.
Do I have to pay anything upfront?
No. Checking your eligibility is free, with no obligation and no upfront fees. Be cautious of any site that asks you to pay to apply.
Is there a deadline?
Each program sets its own timeline. Funding is limited, and programs can close when their budgets run out, so availability differs by program and location.
What happens after I apply?
Your information is matched with programs that may be available where you live, and you may be contacted about your options and next steps. Processing time varies by program and location.
Free to check
See what help may be available where you live
No obligation and no upfront fees. The short form on our partner’s website takes about 10 minutes or less.
Register NowUp to $1,000 may be available · Not a loan