How to Read Your Rent Limit Certificate
LIHTC properties issue rent limit certificates to track compliance. This guide explains what the numbers mean.
Jun 10, 2026
Housing Articles & Guides
The HUD Annual Adjustment Factors and Rent Increases
HUD Annual Adjustment Factors allow landlords to increase rents at subsidized properties. Here's how they're set and what's allowed.
Jun 5, 2026
Voucher Portability: Moving Your Section 8 to Another City
Section 8 vouchers are portable — you can use them in any city with a PHA that has the program. Here's how portability works.
May 31, 2026
Income Limits for LIHTC: The 50% and 60% AMI Rules
LIHTC properties must maintain a certain percentage of units for households at or below 50% or 60% AMI. Here's how those rules work.
May 26, 2026
FMR vs. Market Rent: Understanding the Gap
In many metros, actual market rents far exceed FMRs — making it hard for voucher holders to find landlords. This article explores why the gap exists.
May 21, 2026
How FMRs Affect Landlords Who Accept Section 8
FMRs set the maximum rent a landlord can receive for a Section 8 unit. Here's what landlords need to know before accepting vouchers.
May 16, 2026
Exception Payment Standards: Going Above 110% FMR
In high-cost markets, PHAs can request exception payment standards above 110% FMR. Here's how this works and why it matters for voucher holders.
May 11, 2026
Housing Affordability by State: A FMR Analysis
Using HUD FMR data to compare housing affordability across all 50 states. Which states are cheapest and most expensive for renters?
May 6, 2026
Housing Vouchers and Utility Allowances: What You Need to Know
Utility allowances reduce your share of rent when you pay utilities. Here's how PHAs calculate them and how they interact with FMRs.
May 1, 2026
The Difference Between Section 8 and Public Housing
Section 8 vouchers let you choose your housing in the private market. Public housing is government-owned. Both are HUD programs — here's what sets them apart.
Apr 26, 2026
How to Find Out If You Qualify for Section 8
Section 8 eligibility depends on income, household size, and citizenship status. Here's a step-by-step guide to checking if you qualify.
Mar 17, 2026
FMR Trends: How Rents Have Changed Since 2000
A look at how HUD Fair Market Rents have changed across major metros since FY2000, and what those trends say about housing affordability.
Mar 12, 2026