VoucherMatch Blog

HASA provides rental assistance and case management for NYC residents with HIV/AIDS. Here's how to qualify, apply, and find housing.

The journey from "I want Section 8" to "I'm moving in" can take anywhere from months to many years. Here's each stage broken down with realistic timelines based on how the system actually works.

CityFHEPS payment standards for NYC as of July 2025. A 2-bedroom maxes at $3,058 with utilities included. Here's the full breakdown by family size and what happens when tenants pay utilities.

Failing isn't the end of the world, but it creates problems that compound the longer you wait. Here's what actually happens for initial and annual inspections, and how to fix it fast.

One failed item and the whole unit fails. Here's what inspectors actually look for, the items that fail most often, and how to prep your unit before they show up.

There's no application to become a Section 8 landlord. A voucher holder finds your apartment, you submit paperwork together, pass inspection, and start receiving payments. Here's how it works.

Both are voucher programs that help pay rent in NYC, but they have different eligibility requirements, application processes, and administering agencies. Here's what actually matters.

HUD's FY 2025 Fair Market Rent rates for NYC are now in effect. A 2-bedroom is $2,780/month, up 1% from 2024. Here's what the numbers mean for voucher holders and landlords.