Section 8 Housing Forum

In Today’s hot real estate markets, there are little to no incentives for landlords to rent to low-income families through the HCV program. Although the program offers on-time and consistent rent payments every month, both landlords and tenants are faced with a plethora of challenges that serve as barriers to renting and finding adequate affordable housing throughout the United States.

It is important to note that as Public Housing Authorities (PHA’s) undergo major redevelopment through the RAD (Rental Assistance Demonstration, LICTC (Low-Income Housing Tax Credit) and other affordable housing development programs; public housing residents in most cases will be granted Section 8 vouchers to assist them in their relocation efforts. The shortage of available landlords is proving disastrous for housing staff and their budgets but will also contribute to an increase in homelessness if not adequately coordinated and supported.

To this end, there is no better time to support the CAN I LIVE Section 8 Housing Forum.

The CAN I LIVE Section 8 Housing Forum Seeks to:

Incentivize and increase Mission-Driven landlord HCV participation
Educate Lender’s on the benefits and process of working with the HCV program
Increase and strengthen rental and homeownership options for public housing and HCV program participants
Innovate and improve HCV program delivery, while increasing self-sufficiency outcomes for Section 8 participants
Bridge the gaps within the HCV (Section 8) program that will increase smart affordable housing options for low-income families.

Download the Section 8 Housing Forum Report