Have you ever wondered about section 8 or public housing programs? Have you thought about being one of lucky people on the eight year waiting list? Are these some of the questions you have asked yourself? Well it is your luck day, to find out secrets about this fought-over service. This is the service that everyone wants and the service that many need. So listen close and carefully, you may need to read this post again and again. However, you choose to devour this information, please take heed to it.
This is the EXCLUSIVE posting for all my readers.
First, let’s go over what is section 8/public housing.
The section 8 is one of the federal government housing programs. This program helps individuals or families find affordable housing and in some cases (based on income) the program will pay all of your rent. Wow, isn’t that sweet. This program is also known as a Housing Choice Voucher.
The housing choice voucher website states: The goal of this program is to provide a healthy and safe place of your choosing at a reasonable rent cost.
The benefits of this particular program: Lower rent than market rate, up-to-code properties that has been inspected by approved inspectors, being able to move to areas of your choosing, and the voucher is good in any U.S. state.
As you can see, this is the reason that the waiting list is so long. There are about 22,000 clients that receive this assistance in the state of Missouri according to the Housing Authority’s website.
How to apply:
Simply visit a management office and request an application or visit the Housing Authority in your area and request an application. Be sure to bring in necessary documents, such as a picture ID, utility bill, social security numbers for all household members, and proof of income.
Reality Check!!!
All these benefits are great and needed in our community, but there is a reason why the list is so long. When people are accepted into this type of program they tend not to leave. The program was not made for families to stay on for the rest of their life. Even though that is exactly what happens. People inquire all the time “I wonder is there a program available the will house me and my kids?” and there are. It’s called Section 8 and Public Housing.
Let’s look into a typical stereotype:
I have four children by four different men. I have been unemployed for three years and it seems like I cannot find a job. I am on welfare (TANF) and I receive 300+ once a month, but in food stamps I receive 700 dollars and right now we are all living with my mother.
Is there a place I can afford with only 300 dollars a month in income? (OH, I know I need to get on section 8)
Solution:
If you need housing (LISTEN CAREFULLY) the solution is a JOB/Employment. Other than this type of program you will not find housing. People if you are reading this post, please do not rely on programs such as section 8. There is a slim chance you will be on the waiting list or your name is called for this program. Rely on self, meaning the only one that can make your situation better is YOU! These programs are helpful, but too many people wait on these programs before they decide to make a change in their life and some individuals will never decide to think differently or explore other options.
If you want to live comfortable or decent for that matter, you must work. The only way out of poverty is through education and employment. Relying only on these programs will not accomplish anything except more poverty stricken communities. The program is unbelievable actually, think about it- A program that will place you in state approve housing and for FREE! WOW!
These programs should be used when needed, but they are not to be waited on.
BOTTOM LINE: Other than this free program, there are not any free housing available.
Steps to getting housing:
1. Look for housing online websites, rental listing agencies, or newspapers.
a. If you have terrible credit, look for housing that states BAD CREDIT APPROVED or NO CREDIT CHECK.
2. Make sure property is in your price range and affordable for your income. (Something you can afford)
3. Sign lease
4. Now you have housing. (Not by the government) Good Luck
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Agency Highlight
St. Louis Housing Authority
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That's true. Too many people wait on gov't assistance and don't want to work. Poverty comes from people who want something for nothing. The fact of the matter is if you want something you have to work for it......or find you a sugar daddy to get you what you need. :)
ReplyDeleteI also want to add that some people do need the gov't assistance for the rest of their lives because there are people who are termilly ill, sick, handicapped, mentally ill, and disabled to the point where they can't work. I think that the people who don't want to work gives it a bad name for the people who really can't work and really does need to depend on the gov't assistance.
ReplyDeleteThat’s definitely true; some individuals really do need the assistance of the Section 8 program. For these particular cases: which is mentally ill, disabled, and often the homeless they have caseworkers that assist them and get these most sensitive cases into housing. Check out post Caseworkers and You to receive more info on caseworkers. Thanks for your comment and hope to hear from you again.
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