Section 8 for Families

Section 8 housing vouchers help families pay rent when income is limited. This program, run through local housing authorities, reduces what you pay each month by covering part of your rent directly to your landlord. Understanding how the program works, what it costs, and what landlords and tenants need to know helps families make decisions about whether this housing option fits their situation.

These articles explain the basics of how Section 8 vouchers work, what happens during the search for an apartment, what rules apply once you're housed, and how changes in your family's income or circumstances affect your voucher. You'll find information about the relationship between you, your landlord, and the housing authority—and what to do when problems come up.