Life Kit What To Know If You Can't Make Rent
Sep 10, 2020
Janice Jones, the Executive Director of Housing Opportunities Made Equal of Greater Cincinnati and a tenant rights expert, shares crucial insights on navigating rent challenges. She discusses the emotional toll of financial hardships and emphasizes the importance of open communication with landlords. Janice also highlights practical strategies for tenants facing eviction threats, including seeking rental assistance and understanding legal rights. With her guidance, listeners learn how to advocate for themselves during tough times.
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New Eviction Moratorium
- The new nationwide eviction moratorium is unique in its scope.
- Tenants must declare under penalty of perjury that they've tried to pay rent but couldn't due to COVID-19 related reasons.
Moratorium Requirements
- The moratorium has specific income requirements, like earning under $99,000 annually for single filers.
- It also requires substantial loss of income or high medical expenses due to COVID-19.
Moratorium Limitations
- The moratorium only covers nonpayment of rent due to COVID-19.
- Landlords can still evict tenants for other reasons like property damage.