Renting a home can come with its own set of challenges, but there are nonprofit Renter Resource Organizations (RROs) across the country that are ready to help.
How Renter Resource Organizations Can Help
Looking for Housing
If you are in search of a new place to live, RROs can be valuable allies. They assist with:
- Finding new apartments or alternative housing options.
- Providing financial planning and educational resources to help you prepare for your next move.
Staying in Your Current Home
If you need support to stay in your current home, RROs offer:
- Access to or referrals for tenant support services, including legal aid, financial assistance, and rental counseling.
- Resources and services to help prevent evictions and maintain your home in good repair.
- Education on your rights and responsibilities as a renter, and mediation support for landlord-tenant disputes.
The services provided by RROs can vary by location, so it's important to check with your local organization for specific offerings.
Finding an RRO Near You
Here’s a list of RROs across different regions to get you started:
- Midwest
- Northeast
- Asian Community Development Corporation
- Serves Boston, MA
- Website | 617-482-2380
- 38 Oak Street, Boston, MA 02111
- Asian Community Development Corporation
- Southeast
- D&E, A Housing & Economic Empowerment Center, Inc.
- Serves Atlanta, GA and McComb, MS
- Website | 770-961-6900 (Atlanta) | 601-600-7001 (McComb)
- 2860 East Point Street, 2nd Floor, East Point, GA 30344
- 416 Marion Avenue, McComb, MS 39648
- D&E, A Housing & Economic Empowerment Center, Inc.
- Southwest
- Chicanos Por la Causa (CPLC)
- Serves Phoenix, AZ
- Website | 602-253-0838
- 1112 E. Buckeye Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85034
- Chicanos Por la Causa (CPLC)
- West
- West Angeles Community Development Corporation
- Serves Los Angeles, CA
- Website | 323-751-3440
- 6028 Crenshaw Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90043
- West Angeles Community Development Corporation
Additional Assistance
If you live outside the areas served by these nonprofits or need further help, Freddie Mac offers a national Renter Helpline at 800-404-3097. HUD-certified housing counselors provide free assistance with budget and credit counseling, debt management, and educational resources.