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Comprehensive Step-by-Step Guide for People At Risk of Eviction

Last updated on September 02, 2021

The American Rescue Plan offers unprecedented assistance to prevent renters from losing their homes.

Step 1: GET INFORMED

Learn about your rights.
Check to see if your state or local government has extended the eviction moratorium.

Step 2: REACH OUT

Write a letter to your landlord with this free tool (Español).
Call your local 211 (Español) and/or your local Continuum of Care (Español).
Get advice from a local housing counselor (Español).

Step 3: APPLY FOR EMERGENCY AID

Find Emergency Rental Assistance in your area (Español) and learn how it works (Espa ñ ol).
Apply for help paying other bills (utilities, phone, medical) (Español).
See if you’re eligible for food assistance (Español).
Request help from a mutual aid group in your community (Español).

Step 4: CLAIM YOUR PANDEMIC RELIEF

The federal government issued three Economic Impact Payments. Make sure you got all three. (Español)
If you have children and didn’t automatically receive the Child Tax Credit, sign up for it. (Español)

Landlord Losing Income?

Apply for Emergency Rental Assistance in your area (Español) on behalf of your tenant.
If your property is in a rural area, apply for a loan. (Español)

Download and share this flyer to help renters and landlords prevent evictions.

For more information, visit HUD's COVID-19 Resources for Renters and the VA's Eviction Prevention Assistance.