National Fair Housing Month
Join us for the Housing Seminar on April 25th at 1 pm on Zoom, where we will discuss Fair Housing and knowing your rights.
Kisha’s Story
My name is Kisha, I live in the city of College Park. As a resident of the state of Maryland, I have held the title of Ms. Wheelchair Maryland 2022. I am a college graduate of Prince George’s Community College. I have the pleasure of advocating for myself and the issues that others with disabilities[…]
Housing Seminar: Affordable Housing
How to Follow-up on Waitlist Status and learning follow-up steps when you get approved for unit.
Housing Seminar: In-House Section 8 vs. Housing Choice Voucher
Do you know the difference between the two and how to apply?
Housing Seminar: Affordable Housing Options
Understanding what you are responsible for before you sign your lease.
Housing Seminar: Affordable Housing Options
How to find out what your eligible for and apply.
Housing Seminar: How to look for and obtain subsidized housing.
We will explore how to use affordable housing search engines and how to use and narrow down our searches to the best possible matches to meet your needs.
Fair Housing Month Series: Clearing Your Background
Having a criminal record or history of an eviction can make it very difficult to be accepted into a rental property, but help is available.
Fair Housing Month Series: Check Your Credit
When applying for a housing unit to rent, the property management company reviews your credit history.
Fair Housing Month Series: Money Matters
Independence Now is honoring Fair Housing Month with weekly posts of information that can help people looking for housing or on housing waiting lists.