SHIP is a national program that offers one-on-one assistance, counseling, and education to Medicare beneficiaries, their families, and caregivers to help them make informed decisions about their care and benefits.
The State Housing Initiatives Partnership program, or SHIP, serves low- and moderate-income families. Its primary purpose is to make housing affordable.
Applicants must provide the following documents: Picture Identification. Lease or Rental Agreement. Proof of income prior to loss of income. Document from landlord that tenant is behind in rent. W-9 completed by the landlord. Additional documents may be required.
The State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) program provides funds to local governments as an incentive to create partnerships that produce and preserve affordable homeownership and multifamily housing. The program was designed to serve very low-, low- and moderate-income families.
Eligible Activities under the SHIP Minor/ Emergency Repair Program: Income RangeMembers in Household EVL 30% $16,050 $50,450 Very Low 50% $26,750 $50,450 Low 80% $42,800 $80,700 Moderate 120% $64,200 $121,0801 more row
Get a co-signer. Check it a family member or friend is willing to co-sign on your lease. The combined income will likely be enough for the landlord to feel comfortable leasing to you.
How to Protect Yourself as a Landlord Get Everything in Writing. Take Before and After Photos. Clearly State Lease Violations. Any Fees or Deposit Requirements Should Be Specific. Screen Your Tenants. Get Good Landlord Insurance. Surround Yourself With a Good Team. Set Up a Good Record-Keeping Process.
Owners of any site-built single-family residential property in Florida are eligible to apply for up to $10,000 in state funding to protect their homes from damaging hurricane winds. The state program provides $2 for every $1 spent to replace roofs and structures, exterior and garage doors and windows.
Requirements At least one borrower must be a first-time homebuyer. Minimum FICO score of 620. Meet debt-to-income ratio requirements. Property must be a single-family home, condominium, or townhouse and be used as your primary residence.