Mississippi Affordable Rentals

MISSISSIPPI AFFORDABLE RENTALS

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Homeless To Independence Inc. is a 501©3 non-profit organization. We are self supporting and we do NOT receive any government grant funding what-so-ever to pay bills for anyone in any situation. We do not give away money. We do not give out loans against any money.

This ministry is supported with generous financial donations that are used to help keep us functioning. Our purpose is to help supply individuals and families with personal needs such as food, toiletries, clothing, household items, furniture and baby/adult diapers/wipes both locally and to areas effected by disasters . At this time, we do not offer any shelter or transitional housing services. Again, we DO NOT pay any bills. We DO NOT pay any rents or mortgages.

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If you are actually homeless, or about to be homeless or need emergency assistance of any kind, DIAL “211” from a land-line telephone. This will not work from a cell telephone. Tell the receiver your situation and what you need. They will give you information specific for the location you are currently in plus any referrals you may need. They have the most up to the minute information for your specific area. Dialing “211” will get you help and much more info than this office can provide. Homeless to Independence wants you to have all the information you need to get through the situation you are in.

Don’t have a land-line telephone??? Go to your local police department, library, or house of worship and ask to use their land-line telephone. They may even make the call on your behalf.

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For those of you looking for employment through-out the United States, District of Columbia or Puerto Rico, simply;

1. GO TO: https://www.homelesstoindependence.org/employmenthousing/

2. CHOOSE YOUR STATE/COMMONWEALTH/TERRITORY;

3. CHOOSE THAT STATE/COMMONWEALTH/TERRITORY’S EMPLOYMENT PAGE.

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Homeless To Independence Inc. is not responsible for misprints or cancellations of events by the event holders, landlord and/or their agent, or ourselves. Homeless to Independence Inc. also reserves the right to “NOT” offer services to people and/or persons that are rude, unpleasant, and untruthful in any way shape or form, belligerent and the like.

OCCASIONALLY, THERE WILL BE ARTICLES BY OTHER WRITERS. HOMELESS TO INDEPENDENCE MAY NOT NECESSARILY AGREE WITH THEIR VIEWPOINTS, BUT WE DO RESPECT THEM. THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION!

OFFICE CONTACT INFO:

HOMELESS TO INDEPENDENCE INC., 201 STATION ROAD #258, QUAKERTOWN, PA 18951

THE VERY BEST WAY TO CONTACT ME IS TO SEND ME AN EMAIL: ANN@HOMELESSTOINDEPENDENCE.ORG

OFFICE NUMBER IS: 1-908-454-1500 LISTEN TO THE RECORDING

Please note that our office does have very limited volunteer staff and if we are one telephone line we cannot answer the other line. There is simply not enough time in the day to answer and/or return each and every telephone call.

THANK YOU!!!

PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL DISASTER RELATED MATERIALS ARE NOW ON OUR “MISSISSIPPI EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AND DISASTER RESPONSE” PAGE!

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HUD EXCHANGE – HOMELESSNESS ASSISTANCE

https://www.hudexchange.info/homelessness-assistance/

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HUD launches online help for domestic violence survivors

February 8, 2023 Chris Holden

Top Story: HUD launches online help for domestic violence survivors

HUD has recently launched a new webpage with resources for domestic violence survivors, under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).

The site has resources explaining VAWA’s housing protections for survivors of domestic violence. In addition, the site has resources for organizations that operate shelters and provide services for domestic violence survivors.

The VAWA site also has information to assist survivors immediately. It provides national hotlines and a list of organizations that can help survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking. The national hotlines and organizations can direct survivors to local organizations and services.

link to article and more: https://affordablehousingonline.com/blog/hud-launches-online-help-for-domestic-violence-survivors/?trackcmp_email=arkansas%40homelesstoindependence.org&utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=%F0%9F%93%B0+News%3A+HUD+launches+online+help+for+domestic+violence+survivors&utm_campaign=Wednesday+Broadcast+%28News%29+02+08+23&vgo_ee=lXABPYmBYuHi5wfm1psG2KZZzlLYDq6LjFLZ38twxQrDx7HCR22zp8cjrz5ZyNpB

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Renting Section 8 Houses: A Step-By-Step Guide

There’s a range of different types of homes that can be rented with a Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher. Having some options makes it easier to find a place to live with a voucher, but some renters are only looking for the comfort and privacy of a house.

Living in a standalone house has many benefits when compared to being in an apartment, duplex, or a similar multi-family property. Many of these benefits are a result of the improved privacy of renting a single-family home.

Having no immediate neighbors means that the space is your own to enjoy without having to share with others. This brings extra security, and also adds comfort for those living in the home. There’s less of a worry about noisy neighbors since there’s no shared walls or floors. Many houses also have more living and storage space than an apartment.

To find Section 8 houses, find an available rental on the private market that will accept the voucher and pass HUD’s inspection.

read the full article here: https://affordablehousingonline.com/rent-section-8-houses?trackcmp_email=arkansas%40homelesstoindependence.org&utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=%F0%9F%93%94+New+Guide%3A+Renting+Section+8+Houses&utm_campaign=Thursday+Broadcast+%28Info%29+01+09+23&vgo_ee=lXABPYmBYuHi5wfm1psG2KZZzlLYDq6LjFLZ38twxQrDx7HCR22zp8cjrz5ZyNpB

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How to Find Housesitting Jobs and Get Paid to Sleep in Someone Else’s House

by Kent McDill

Contributor

UPDATED AUGUST 30, 2022

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Instead of forking over a small fortune every month for rent, what if you could get someone to pay you to live in their house?

Housesitting is a gig that could provide you with weeks or even months of free housing. In some cases, the free housing is the “pay” you receive (think of it as the money you are not paying toward rent). But, there are also paying housesitting gigs, and there are numerous websites specifically created to match available housesitters with housesitting jobs both within the U.S. and internationally.

Often, housesitting jobs include more than just sitting around someone else’s house. Most often, additional duties include caring for pets and plants, although they can include maintenance and cleaning, too.

Before you start packing your bags, here’s what you need to know about housesitting jobs.

How to Become a Housesitter

You know the old saying: you can’t get a job without experience, and you can’t get experience without a job.

While it is possible to get a first-time housesitting job, the competition for such positions is fierce. There are a lot of people who like the idea of living for free in someone else’s home. So, it would behoove you to get some experience.

Consider your social network. Let friends, family and coworkers know you are thinking about becoming a housesittter, and ask them to give you an opportunity to prove yourself, along with a recommendation that will help you get your next position.

Since you are just starting out, you are not likely to be offered money for a housesitting job right away, but this is a good opportunity to get referrals and experience.

If no one you know speaks up, you can get a first-time job on a housesitter website (we’ll give you some options later), but you had best be ready to answer key questions and provide significant skills to get selected.

Can I Get Paid to Be a Housesitter?

You are already getting paid in kind. You have free housing. But, some jobs are extensive enough in terms of care that you will be offered a stipend. It is also possible to be rewarded for doing a good job with a tip at the end of the stay.

How Much Money Can You Make With Housesitting Jobs?

The Economic Research Institute says the average housesitter salary in paid gigs is $15 an hour, although care.com says most paid rates are negotiated between homeowner and housesitter, and can be up to $100 a day or more. Homeowners looking for more than just a human watchdog are likely to offer a salary for the period they will be gone from home.

Can You Have Another Job When You’re a Housesitter?

As a housesitter, you are effectively replacing the homeowner as a presence in the home. The homeowner likely has a job, or some responsibility that takes them away from the home from time to time. You can, too. It might work best if you have a part-time job to ensure your availability However, circumstances might allow you to have a full-time job and housesit as well.

PRO TIPIf there’s a reliable internet connection, working remotely is one way to earn extra money while you’re housesitting. Check out our work-from-home jobs portal for opportunities.

How to Find Housesitting Jobs

If you’re going to make the leap to housesitting on a regular basis, you’ll likely need to rely on more than word of mouth. There are numerous websites offering housesitting jobs, although you can also go it alone.

Most of the sites require a subscription, since you are likely going to need to move from job to job over time and will reuse the site. Many also require a background check. Here are some options to consider when looking for housesitting jobs.

Advertise Yourself

You may be able to get a housesitting job without paying for a website subscription, but it will require substantially more work on your part, including advertising, setting up payments and vetting clients. If you do go the solo route, consider starting on sites where homeowners may use to seek out someone who is local, like Craigslist and Nextdoor.

Use Housesitting Subscription Sites

The value of subscription services is that homeowners and pet owners are on these sites actively seeking someone to care for their home or loved one. Housesitters can find job offerings and contact the homeowners who have a listing that works for them. They can choose between homeowners looking for free housesitting services and those who are willing to pay.

House Sitters America ($49 per year) Job seekers can provide their services free or for a fee on this site. You can search for jobs on the site, or create a profile that will attract homeowners to you.
Housecarers.com ($50 per year) Your profile can include up to 14 photos of yourself, effectively creating a 15-page personal website for your housesitting services. You can preselect areas or types of jobs you are looking for before receiving matching job opportunities.

If You Want to Take Your Housesitting Abroad

What if you could use your housesitting gig to see the world?

Other than travel restrictions placed by the country you are visiting, there are no restrictions for being a housesitter in international settings. But it makes sense to also research the country you’ll be staying to ensure you can adhere to local customs and restrictions. Some sites to use if you want an international gig:

Mind My House ($20 per year) More than one-third of the listings on Mind My House are for the United Kingdom and Europe, while 30% are American listings.
Luxury House Sitting ($25 per year) This is a worldwide service, with listings in the U.S., Europe, parts of South America, Australia, and a few countries in Africa and Asia. The newest housesitting gigs pop up as you sign into your account.
Trusted House Sitters ($129 per year). This is another service that offers worldwide opportunities. Job seekers get to list the dates they need housing and the locations they are willing to travel to.

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What to Include in Your Housesitter Profile

Homeowners are looking for a trustworthy person to take care of their home, possessions and potentially their animal babies. A few of the top traits you should be able to demonstrate in your profile when looking for a housesitting job:

Reliability. Homeowners are not going to give their house keys to just anyone. They need to know they can count on you to stay in the house, keep it clean, not throw any parties and pay attention to detail. Recommendations from previous housesitting clients or current employers can speak to your reliability. Multiple references and reviews can help you stand out.
Availability. One of your main jobs as a housesitter is to make sure the home looks occupied to help prevent burglary or vandalism. That means you will be a constant presence on the property. You don’t have to stay there 24/7, but you have to occupy the home the way the homeowner would. Be clear about how your availability, including whether housesitting will be your sole job or if you’ll work outside the home.
Home care skills. Can you unclog a toilet? Adjust a thermostat? Water plants regularly? In some cases, you will be asked to be a temporary caretaker rather than just a body occupying a space.
Cleanliness. Part of your job may be to keep the house clean. If there isn’t a separate cleaning service, you may need to wash dishes (or use a dishwasher), clean toilets, sweep, vacuum and dust.
Love of animals. Many homeowners want a housesitter just to take care of their dog, cat, rabbit, fish or bearded dragon. Duties can include taking the animal for a walk, feeding on a regular schedule and cleaning up after them. Photos of you with your own pet (or a friend’s pet) will help in your job profile.
Specialty skills. Do you have any training to set you apart (and demand a higher rate), such as being certified in pet CPR?

Learn From Every Housesitting Job

Once you get a few housesitting jobs under your belt, you will get an idea of what gigs are available. This may cause you to reconsider, or it may cause you to expand your parameters for housesitting.

There are people who travel all over the world, moving from one housesitting assignment to another. Why shouldn’t it be you?

Kent McDill is a veteran journalist who has specialized in personal finance topics since 2013. He is a contributor to The Penny Hoarder.

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What Is the Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Program?

The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program helps create affordable apartment communities with lower than market rate rents by offering tax incentives to the property owners.
It does not offer tax credits to the tenant renting the unit.
LIHTC properties may contain market rate units that are not financially assisted, in addition to reduced rent LIHTC units under a tiered rent structure.
A tiered rent structure means that the same unit may have different rent amounts for tenants with different incomes.
Private management companies and individual owners manage these low-income housing apartment communities. LIHTC units may also have a rental subsidy program attached to them, such as the Project-Based Section 8 program.

Start the guide at Part 1: Who Qualifies for the Low Income Housing Tax Credit Program? or choose a topic from the list below.

start here:

https://affordablehousingonline.com/guide/low-income-housing-tax-credit

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SECTION 8 HOUSING

Waiting List Last Updated On

Mississippi Regional Housing Authority IV July 14th, 2017

Mississippi Regional Housing Authority No. V April 1st, 2022

ALL ADDITIONAL HOUSING LISTS ARE CLOSED AS OF THIS DATE

https://affordablehousingonline.com/open-section-8-waiting-lists/Mississippi

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PUBLIC and PROJECT BASED SECTION 8 HOUSING LISTS

Waiting List Type Status

The Housing Authority of the City of Hattiesburg Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

Meridian Housing Authority Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

Tennessee Valley Regional Housing Authority Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

Mississippi Regional Housing Authority IV Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of Starkville Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

Multiple Properties Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

Cade Courtyard, and Jessie Banks (Home) Section 8 Project-Based Voucher Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of West Point Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of Brookhaven Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of Canton Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of Yazoo City Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of Bay St. Louis Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

Booneville Housing Authority Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of Richton Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of Waynesboro Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of Okolona Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of Corinth Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of Iuka Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of Columbus Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of Tupelo Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of Water Valley Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of Walnut Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of Sardis Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of Winona Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of Amory Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of Hazlehurst Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of Pontotoc Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of Natchez Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

Housing Authority of the City of Long Beach Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of Mound Bayou Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

The Housing Authority of the City of Forest Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

Housing Authority of Attala County Public Housing Waiting List Open Until Further Notice

ALL ADDITIONAL HOUSING LISTS ARE CLOSED AS OF THIS DATE

https://affordablehousingonline.com/public-housing-waiting-lists/Mississippi

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AFFORDABLE HOUSING MISSISSIPPI

LONG LIST OF LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT MISSISSIPPI:

https://affordablehousingonline.com/housing-search/Mississippi

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HOUSING RESOURCES:

Housing Opportunities

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ADDITIONAL PLACES TO FIND AFFORDABLE HOUSING OPTIONS

HUD.GOV HAS A FULL LIST OF SUBSIDIZED APARTMENTS IN MISSISSIPPI,

provide one or more of the following pieces of information here:

https://www.hud.gov/states/mississippi

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NATIONWIDE SITE WITH SECTION 8 RENTALS AND MORE AND IT IS KEPT UP TO DATE

https://www.gosection8.com/

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THE LETGO MOBILE APP HAS A HOUSING…

SELECT “BROWSING”;
SELECT “HOUSING”;
CLICK THE “FILTERS” IN THE TOP RIGHT HAND CORNER;
SELECT “FOR RENT”, “NO. OF BEDROOMS”, “NO. OF BATHROOMS”,

“LOCATION” AND “DISTANCE” AND “SAVE”;

AND SEE WHAT IS AVAILABLE.

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ZILLOW.COM

ALSO HAS A RENTALS SECTION!

https://www.zillow.com/rent/

AND ZILLOW JUST STARTED THIS PROGRAM…

Fast. Easy. Free. And best of all – compliant with all local, state and federal screening laws. Within Zillow Rental Manager you can accept applications and screen prospective tenants in seconds.

https://www.zillow.com/user/acct/login/?url=%2Frental-manager%2Fproperties%2F%3FmktPath%3Dapplications%26utm_source%3Demail%26utm_medium%3Demail%26utm_campaign%3Demm_zrm_0718_applicationsnationalwa%26utm_content%3Dbutton

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REALTOR.COM HAS A RENTALS PAGE

https://www.realtor.com/rentals

From that page you can enter the specific area you are looking for.

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If you are looking for a room to rent, to share an apartment or sublet an apartment,

GO TO: http://www.roomster.com/

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WEICHERT.COM

CLICK ON “FIND A RENTAL”

ENTER IN THE SEARCH BOX THE AREA YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A RENTAL

AND CLICK THE “SEARCH” BUTTON

https://www.weichert.com/?GCID=S10566x055&src=goog&keyword=%2Bweichert&Matchtype=search&gclid=Cj0KCQjw3InYBRCLARIsAG6bfMS-1IjecjenC25wkIPwZjyGS22FEU9dq4tm4DSM2F4wQe9Q_mgqbKAaApBHEALw_wcB

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AFFORDABLE RENTALS…

FACEBOOK MARKETPLACE!!

FROM YOUR HOMEPAGE…

HAS A HOUSING PAGE FOR PROPERTY RENTALS…

ACCESS THEIR MARKETPLACE OFF YOUR FACEBOOK HOMPAGE,

– CLINK HOUSING – CLICK RENTALS AND THE LISTINGS WILL COME UP LOCAL TO YOUR

PHYSICAL LOCATION…

UPDATED 12-13-22

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As I search for rentals throughout our state, I look for certain criteria:

1. I have decided to not list so many houses for rent, as apartments, in most cases do include heat. Please keep in mind that winter is at our door-step and the cost of heating is on the rise. The monthly rental may seem a bit higher priced, however, it will be worth it in the long-run.

2. I will not list housing that requires a fee for their service, nor a fee per call. I do agree with a fee, however for the back-ground and/or credit check, THE FEE IS APPROPRIATE, since those companies providing the background check and credit check do charge a fee for their services.

3. I will do my best to keep the maximum rental amount within the cost of living to your area, however, if Section 8 or TRA is accepted the rental amount may be more because there are times when the utilities are included.

4. I will not list without the rental amount included

5. I try not to list rental opportunities that offer “Option to Buy” – I have found that in most of these situations it does not work out properly for either party involved. I am working on a “First Time Home Purchaser” list of programs from throughout the State, that operates in an official capacity to help those that are working so diligently to raise their families and deserve to show something for their hard, hard work.

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Thursday, April 25, 2024