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Resources on affordable housing. Find sources of low income housing and information on affordable housing programs in our business directory.
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Affordable New Townhomes
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Cheap Apartment Rentals
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Low Income Apartments
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Low Income Housing
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HUD Relocation Services
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Housing
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Affordable Housing Finance
Offers news, information and analysis regarding multifamily affordable housing developments and related community development programs.
www.housingfinance.com
Enterprise Foundation
Supports community-based nonprofits creating homes affordable to low-income Americans. Features funding applications and timelines and a forum.
www.enterprisefoundation.org
Fannie Mae
Provides financial products and services that increase the availability and affordability of housing for low, moderate and middle income Americans.
www.fanniemae.com
Foreclosure Listings
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www.realtystore.com (Paid)
HUD User
Browse statistical research data related to HUD housing developments, HUD income limits and fair market rents.
www.huduser.org
Looking for Foreclosures?
Find foreclosed homes at 50% off. Homes selling for as low as $10,000. Pay $1 to get lists in your area.
www.HUDforeclosed.com (Paid)
Palm Harbor Modular Homes
Specializes in quality affordable modular homes, manufactured homes and mobile homes.
www.palmharbor.com(Paid)
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www.tannerwoodstownhomes.com(Paid)
Utah Home Builder
We are one of the top builders of affordable housing in Utah. We have communities in Salt Lake, Lehi, Pleasant Grove, Orem, Cedar City, & St. George.
www.trophyhomes.com(Paid)
Affordable New Townhomes
Contemporary & Spacious Family Townhomes. View Floor Plans.
OlsonHomes.com
Cheap Apartment Rentals
Search Apartments by City & Price. View Photos, Amenities & More.
www.Rent.com
Low Income Apartments
On a budget? Filter millions of Apartment listing by max rent.
www.MyNewPlace.com

Guide to Affordable Housing

Yes, you really can make money owning and renting affordable housing!


One of the touchiest subjects in investment properties is that of housing for low income tenants. Many investors consider having a portion of their portfolio dedicated to cheap homes to be a waste of time and money. But it doesn’t have to be either.

In fact, there are many supplemental government programs available that make offering an affordable housing program a sound investment. With tax credits, tax-exempt bonds, special financing, and other opportunities available to investors in low income housing, the personal financial risk can be greatly minimized. And if you’re able to be certified to accept subsidized government housing vouchers, you’re almost guaranteed constant 100% occupancy due to the waiting lists in many areas for such properties.

When considering adding low income housing programs to your real estate investment portfolio, among the key points to consider are:

1. The need for affordable housing in your community.

2. The availability of tax breaks for affordable housing resources.

3. Your property’s ability to qualify as government housing.

Action Steps

The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Find tax credits and tax-exempt bonds available for low income housing in your area The government loves to promote affordable housing whenever it can do so. However, there are often limits on the amount of subsidized housing that can be in any area. So many state and local governments offer tax breaks to investors who make the rent on their properties appropriate for those tenants who need cheap homes.

I recommend:  Affordable Housing Finance is a magazine dedicated to financing housing for low income residents. They offer a state-by-state list of contact information for available tax credits and tax-exempt bonds. Fannie Mae offers information on a wide variety of financing and tax credit options on their website as well.

Offer your property to tenants using subsidized housing vouchers if possible In many urban areas, there is a shortage of properties open to those using subsidized housing, or Section 8, vouchers. These programs therefore have long waiting lists for prospective tenants. By opening your property to these tenants, you can work towards having close to 100% occupancy due to the sheer demand for quality properties that accept Section 8 vouchers.

I recommend:  The Section 8 program is administered nationally by the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD). The HUD website offers a section for landlords, chock-full of information on accepting Section 8 vouchers for your low income housing.

Assess the need for affordable housing in your community In most urban areas, there is no question as to the need for low income housing. Many families struggle to make their monthly rent and are always looking for cheap homes for rent. However, in some suburban or rural communities, the need is less great and other investors may have already met this.

I recommend:  HUDUser.org offers huge sets of data on affordable housing across the country. This can help determine appropriate rental rates as well as the quantity of need in your area.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
  • Most investors offering low income housing expect a decent amount of tenant turnover. Make sure you have designed your property to turn over quickly with the minimum necessary between tenant rehabilitation, such as carpet cleaning and designer painting.

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