If I did decide to go this route, are there any pro tips anyone can provide on what I should screen for during the tenants application that is more specific to dealing with housing voucher applicants?

I love section 8 because it guarantees a certain % of rent, the tenants really value that housing voucher and won't do things to risk losing it, and section 8 has strict criteria for condition of the unit which adds a layer of accountability on my property manager. 

And Section 8 isn't really bringing out more vouchers right now.  

The stigma of bad/crazy/poor/drug-using tenants has always deterred me from considering renting to those who have vouchers.

Considering purchase in Georgia market that is currently rented as Section 8.  What are the pros and cons of this type rental? Are rentals taxed the same or differently? Any guidance much appreciated. 

Hey everyone, I recently was approached by a potential tenant about using section 8 vouchers to cover the rent.

HUD is now pushing this along with the requirement that you cannot refuse to accept section 8 vouchers IF you are set up with them.

My prospective tenant’s last three housing situation.  1. Lived in a duplex, she gave me the name and number of the landlord but the name doesn’t match her number on caller id.  The person I spoke to didn’t want to gi...

It is effective Aug. 1, 2024.This ordinance is referred to as the Source of Income Discrimination Ban Ordinance" - which is identified in File #231019 and amends sections of Chapter 38 (Civil Rights) and Chapter 34 (Health and Sanitation) in the Missouri Revised Statutes for the purpose of classifying source of income as a protected trait in regard to housing discrimination.Here are some key takeaways from the attached ordinance:This ordinance bans discrimination against tenants based solely on:Source of income from an occupation, including gig work or paying rent in cash Use of public programs like Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, disability checks, or social security Poor credit score Prior evictions and alleged damages older than 12 months (less than 12 months can be a basis for denial) Prior convictions or arrests (sexual and violent crimes are excepted, a landlord can still deny based on these convictions)The ordinance also requires the city to proactively scan for rental ads using discriminatory language like "no Section 8" or "no past evictions".Landlords who are found to be in violation of the ordinance with respect to source of income can be fined up to $1,000 per incident.

Most people on this forum, when talking about Section 8 are talking about the voucher program.