do you have to accept Section 8

[Nicholas Ostrem]

Hello my name is nick and am finding tenants for the first time. My property is located in Grand Rapids, MI. My question is, do I have to accept section 8. If not how do I say no?

Thanks for the help,

Nick

[Christopher Malone]

@Nicholas Ostrem

I do not think there is any location in the US that requires a landlord to automatically accept section 8 tenants. In Chicago, applicants with vouchers should be screened the same as any other applicant. If they do not meet your criteria, as you would with any other applicant, say no. I am sure, like in Chicago, it may be illegal to turn away section 8 applicant because they have a voucher. You may want to check your local housing authority or commission for the exact guidelines that govern your area.

Hope this helps!