Eviction in the United States

A word to landlords about eviction moratoriums

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Monday, March 29, 2021
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    According to a recent CFPB report, the pandemic has left more than 8.8 million consumers behind on their rent.

  • Tenants at risk of homelessness are disproportionately people of color, primarily Black and Hispanic families.
  • If you work in the housing sector, youll want to read ajoint statement from FTC Acting Chair Slaughter and CFPB Acting Director Uejio on that subject.
  • The CDC has just announced a 90-day extension of its eviction moratorium for non-payment of rent and has issued procedures for eligible tenants to follow to put a temporary halt on the eviction process.

Small Property Landlords Continue to Suffer as Moratorium End Looms; Opines TenantScreeningUSA.com

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Friday, March 12, 2021
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WALTHAM, Mass., March 12, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Small property landlords and renters alike will face further challenge with the potential cessation of the federal eviction moratorium on March 31, 2021.

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  • WALTHAM, Mass., March 12, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Small property landlords and renters alike will face further challenge with the potential cessation of the federal eviction moratorium on March 31, 2021.
  • Boston Housing Authority extension on their eviction moratorium through the end of March 2021 highlights a looming nationwide challenge as related moratoriums end as well.
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    "In the end," Almeida concludes, "it appears likely that additional legislative action will occur and landlords of smaller properties should take immediate note.
  • With a highly trained and experienced staff, TenantScreeningUSA.com can provide help to landlords and property managers with all their tenant screening needs.

Eviction Moratorium First up for New Administration, but Challenges May Continue; Opines TenantScreeningUSA.com

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Tuesday, February 9, 2021
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Among them was an extension of the eviction moratorium for renters who have fallen behind on their bills due to unemployment or reduced wages during the pandemic.

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  • Among them was an extension of the eviction moratorium for renters who have fallen behind on their bills due to unemployment or reduced wages during the pandemic.
  • The order asks the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to extend the federal eviction moratorium, which is set to expire on Jan. 31, through at least March 31.
  • From MarketWatch.com on January 22, 2021:
    Moreover, advocates have cautioned that the existing eviction moratorium is imperfect.
  • With a highly trained and experienced staff, TenantScreeningUSA.com can provide help to landlords and property managers with all their tenant screening needs.

Fannie Mae Extends Protections for Renters Impacted by COVID-19

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Wednesday, December 23, 2020
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The program, which requires landlords to suspend all evictions for renters unable to pay rent during the forbearance period, was formerly set to expire on December 31, 2020.

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  • The program, which requires landlords to suspend all evictions for renters unable to pay rent during the forbearance period, was formerly set to expire on December 31, 2020.
  • Since March, Fannie Mae has taken a number of actions to help renters facing financial hardship due to COVID-19, including extending eviction protections to multifamily renters when the property owner received a forbearance and announcing a new Renters Resource Finder tool.
  • For renters, KnowYourOptions.com provides straightforward information to understand rent relief and assistance options and to understand the available tenant protections.
  • Fannie Mae helps make the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage and affordable rental housing possible for millions of Americans.

With congressional passage of COVID relief, what's next to avoid mass evictions? A statement by former Treasury official David M. Dworkin, President and CEO National Housing Conference

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Sunday, December 20, 2020
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The $25 billion for eviction assistanceannounced by Congress today is a practical start for staving off the immediate threat of mass evictions across the country.

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  • The $25 billion for eviction assistanceannounced by Congress today is a practical start for staving off the immediate threat of mass evictions across the country.
  • Rapid distribution of rent relief is essential to stem a wave of evictions, says former Treasury official David Dworkin.
  • More will be needed to prevent housing insecurity for millions of low- and moderate-income households who are managing the economic fallout of the pandemic.
  • It is essential that Treasury fast-track regulations to guide distribution procedures, so that tenants and their landlords get the help they need now.

Eviction Moratoriums and Potential Rent Forgiveness Continue to Cause Confusion; Opines TenantScreeningUSA.com

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Wednesday, October 7, 2020
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Protestors in the state of Washington are calling for rent forgiveness, as related to the Covid 19 pandemic.

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  • Protestors in the state of Washington are calling for rent forgiveness, as related to the Covid 19 pandemic.
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    Almeida adds: "Legislators are potentially going to make changes to laws governing rental properties and, subsequently, tenant screening .
  • Whether through moratoriums or rent forgiveness the challenges landlords and property managers will continue to face will be significant.
  • With a highly trained and experienced staff, TenantScreeningUSA.com can provide help to landlords and property managers with all their tenant screening needs.

Wells Fargo Funds Legal Assistance for Renters at Risk of Eviction

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Thursday, September 24, 2020
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A Harvard study has shown that two-thirds of tenants with legal representation are more likely to avoid an eviction judgment and remain in their home.

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  • A Harvard study has shown that two-thirds of tenants with legal representation are more likely to avoid an eviction judgment and remain in their home.
  • People of color, particularly Black and Hispanic tenants, represent 80% of people at risk of eviction, according to the Aspen Institute.
  • Evictions have always jeopardized the health and well-being of families but COVID-19 has raised the stakes, demonstrating the importance of eviction defense and rental assistance.
  • Wells Fargo Foundation grant recipients in support of providing legal assistance to renters at risk of eviction include:

Residential Landlords Report More than Half of Tenants are Having Trouble Making Rent

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Tuesday, September 15, 2020
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The survey shows that more than half of residential tenants are struggling to pay their rent, mostly driven by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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  • The survey shows that more than half of residential tenants are struggling to pay their rent, mostly driven by the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Many of these evictions are awaiting the expiration of moratoriums, with the typical building having 15 evictions stacked-up.
  • Property managers surveyed report more than half (53 percent) of tenants are having trouble making rent.
  • The free report includes a list of top strategic tips property managers can take to detect fraud and decrease evictions.

New Eviction Moratorium Ordered by Federal Government Will Impact Landlords; opines TenantScreeningUSA.com

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Tuesday, September 15, 2020
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WALTHAM, Mass., Sept. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Recently the CDC and Federal government enacted an eviction moratorium that will protect millions of potentially at-risk renters affected by loss of income due to the current Covid-19 pandemic.

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  • WALTHAM, Mass., Sept. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Recently the CDC and Federal government enacted an eviction moratorium that will protect millions of potentially at-risk renters affected by loss of income due to the current Covid-19 pandemic.
  • During initial Covid 19 related job losses cities and states across the country were quick to implement eviction moratoriums in order to assist renters from losing their homes.
  • However, when these moratoriums expired millions of people still affected by loss of income due to Covid-19 faced a new eviction challenge.
  • In early September 2020 the Federal government, in conjunction with the Center for Disease Control (CDC) implemented an extended eviction moratorium.

Eviction Rentals (a sole proprietorship) has started a website that helps people with past evictions to find rental properties that accept evictions

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Thursday, August 13, 2020
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The website is intended solely for people with evictions, to help them to find and secure, safe and affordable housing.

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  • The website is intended solely for people with evictions, to help them to find and secure, safe and affordable housing.
  • The website is not designed for properties who do not accept evictions.
  • Your post will help aid those who can't find stable housing, due to a past eviction, to find housing.
  • If you are willing to accept tenants with past evictions, please visit the site at https://www.evictionrentals.com
    You will not be charged for the first 30 days.