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Service providers working in housing cultivate many important relationships, including partnerships with landlords. This guide offers providers practical strategies for building and maintaining these partnerships, starting with initial outreach, moving into early support, and continuing with longer-term maintenance. Landlords are essential community partners whose cooperation directly determines the quality and quantity of housing available to […]
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This resource is designed as a practical guide to help you explore rent-to-homeownership as a structured, low-risk way to use your property for both mission and stewardship. This guide shares step-by-step instructions, considerations for adaptation to your local context, and practical examples of how even a single property can become a tool for long-term community […]
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Affordable housing programs in the United States can be complex, especially for staff who support newcomers navigating these systems for the first time. This blog post provides an overview of key affordable housing programs, terminology, and eligibility requirements. Although every community operates differently, these concepts will help you assess client eligibility, make informed referrals, and […]
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Securing affordable housing — either to rent or to buy — often involves many steps and eligibility considerations. One important requirement and eligibility factor that plays a major role in the housing market is a person’s individual credit score. This new resource is a beginner’s guide to understanding how an individual’s credit score affects applying […]
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To secure a stable home in the U.S. housing market, newcomers must know their tenant rights and understand the financial realities.That process is often challenging, requiring a balance of cost, location, and family needs. This Settle In video breaks down the financial, legal, and social aspects of securing a new home, covering: How to prioritize […]
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A Simple Guide for Home Maintenance Resettlement agency staff can use this guide as part of their housing orientation curriculum to educate newcomers about key home maintenance topics.
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For one client, moving into her first U.S. apartment came with an urgent lesson. The mother of two from the Democratic Republic of Congo quickly learned that cleanliness was not just a good habit, but a requirement for keeping her housing. In this Settle In video, she recounts her experience and provides practical advice for […]
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Supporting Newcomers with Rental Housing: Key Information to Share with Clients Do you get questions from clients about finding safe, affordable housing in the U.S.? This comprehensive overview provides information you can share with your clients about the rental process, from understanding leases and managing expectations to budgeting and conducting pre-move-in inspections. Switchboard has partnered […]
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This article highlights examples of and data on the economic impact of housing stability on local communities, reflects on current success, and looks ahead to future opportunities.
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This Housing Onboarding Guide is a framework for onboarding new staff members who will provide housing services. It is meant to be customized to include organization-specific training, allowing you to incorporate your own materials using the “Link to Agency Guidance” fields located at the end of the guide. This guide shares reading materials, recorded webinars, […]
