{"id":219,"date":"2022-01-28T10:04:08","date_gmt":"2022-01-28T10:04:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/myhousingresources.net\/?p=30"},"modified":"2022-01-28T10:04:08","modified_gmt":"2022-01-28T10:04:08","slug":"how-to-get-help-paying-your-rent","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.financialresourcehelper.com\/index.php\/2022\/01\/28\/how-to-get-help-paying-your-rent\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Get Help Paying Your Rent"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re having difficulty paying your rent, utilities, or other housing costs, you may be able to get financial help.\u00a0 <\/span>Both state and local programs have funds available and are accepting applications from renters.\u00a0<\/span>This article will discuss an important program for rental assistance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERA)<\/span><\/h1>\n

The U.S. Department of Treasury sponsor the ERA program in order to help with the financial burdens of their local communities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

For a good overview of the program as well as frequently asked questions, visit <\/span>ERA Overview<\/span><\/a> .\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

How To Apply\u00a0<\/span><\/h1>\n

Every local ERA program sets its own guidelines for its policies and procedures. So the important first step you should take is to find your local ERA program.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Go to the <\/span>Consumer Finance Website<\/span><\/a> to find out how to apply for rental assistance.\u00a0 <\/span>Keep in mind that in some areas, you can apply for assistance yourself. In some cases, your landlord needs to submit an application first.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What\u2019s Covered\u00a0<\/span><\/h1>\n

The federal ERA Programs allows their local affiliates to provide assistance for rent, utilities, and home energy costs.\u00a0 <\/span>In particular, this includes electricity, fuel, oil, gas, water, and trash removal. If your landlord pays the utilities or home energy bills, they are considered part of your rent.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Additional Coverage<\/span><\/h1>\n

Rental assistance under the ERA program can also include late fees, if they\u2019re not part of your rent or utility debt.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Internet service to your home is also covered, as well as moving expenses and other rental-related costs \u2014 security deposits, application fees \u2014 for families that must move.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Find Out If You\u2019re Eligible\u00a0<\/span><\/h1>\n

In order to participate in the ERA program, you must have a written agreement to pay rent for the home or mobile home you\u2019re currently living in.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

While this agreement doesn\u2019t have to be a lease, you must also meet a few other criteria:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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