Housing

Programs that assist with rent, housing vouchers, and emergency rental support for low-income households.

41 articles

Housing June 11, 2026

Can a Family Member, Caregiver, or Nonprofit Apply for Rental Assistance on Your Behalf?

If you're a renter 55+ who needs help navigating emergency rental assistance, a trusted person can apply on your behalf. Learn how it works and what documents you'll need.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read

Housing June 4, 2026

Your Rental Assistance Was Denied — Here's How to Appeal and Win

A denial letter isn't the end of the road. Learn how to navigate the emergency rental assistance denial appeal process and fight back with the right documents and free legal help.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

Housing June 3, 2026

Section 8 and Assisted Living: Can You Use a Housing Choice Voucher in Senior Care Facilities, Adult Family Homes, or Supportive Housing?

Wondering if you can use a Section 8 voucher in an assisted living facility? Learn which senior care settings qualify, what costs are covered, and how to protect your voucher.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read

Housing June 1, 2026

Can a Property Manager or Condo Association Block Your Rental Assistance? What Older Renters Need to Know

Third-party entities like HOAs and property managers can create unexpected barriers to rental assistance. Here's how renters 55+ can fight back.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read

Housing May 28, 2026

How to File a Complaint Against Your Public Housing Authority: A Senior's Step-by-Step Guide

Facing a dispute with your housing authority? Learn how to file a complaint against your public housing authority as a senior resident, step by step.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

Housing May 24, 2026

Emergency Rental Assistance for Mobile Homes, Section 8, and Subsidized Units: What Renters 55+ Need to Know

If you live in a mobile home, Section 8 voucher unit, or HUD-subsidized apartment, you may still qualify for emergency rental assistance. Here's what to know.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read

Housing May 24, 2026

Section 8 and Taxes: What Seniors Must Know About Vouchers, Rental Assistance, and Their Tax Return

Wondering if Section 8 housing assistance is taxable income for seniors? Learn how vouchers, Social Security, and pensions interact at tax time.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read

Housing May 22, 2026

My Landlord Refuses Rental Assistance — Is That Legal, and What Can I Do?

If your landlord refuses rental assistance funds, you still have options. Learn your rights, which states require landlord cooperation, and how to protect yourself.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read

Housing May 19, 2026

Does Rental Assistance Affect Social Security Benefits? What Renters 55+ Need to Know

Emergency Rental Assistance can help you stay housed without putting your Social Security, Medicaid, or SNAP benefits at risk. Here is what you need to know.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read

Housing May 16, 2026

Public Housing Rules for Nursing Home and Long-Term Care: What Seniors Must Know

If you live in public housing and face a nursing home stay, knowing the rules can save your unit. Here is what HUD allows and how to protect your home.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

Housing May 15, 2026

What Happens to Your Rental Assistance If You Move, Switch Landlords, or Your Building Is Sold?

If your rental situation changes mid-application, your ERA funds may be at risk. Here's what renters need to know to protect their assistance.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 6 min read

Housing May 11, 2026

Using Emergency Rental Assistance on a Fixed Income: What Seniors Need to Know About Income Limits and Eligibility

Many older adults on Social Security or pension income assume they earn too much for rental help. Learn how ERA income thresholds work and why you may qualify.

By SavingsHunter Staff · 5 min read