Definitions for "Rental assistance"
Several local governments help qualified individuals or families locate and afford market-rate rental housing. For those having difficulty securing an apartment, loans or grants may be provided for all or a portion of the first and last month's rent as well as the security deposit. To improve the affordability of housing, some communities provide limited monthly subsidies to low-income households.
Tenant-based rental assistance generally provided by USDA-Rural Development to low-income families in rural areas (see Certificates/vouchers).
Rental assistance payments provided either as project-based, sponsor-based, or as tenant-based rental assistance.