Housing and Furniture Resources

• https://www.homesnotborders.org/

• https://www.caritasva.org/get-help/get-furniture/

• https://www.doorofhopeusa.org/stores-ashburn

• https://awidercircle.org/get-help/furniture/

Resources with an (*) are strongly recommended.

Finding housing:

• How to Vet Housing Providers and Properties: screening providers,  lease review, housing search, etc.

• Helping Newcomers with the Housing Search*

• Step-by-Step Guide to Securing Housing*

• Rental FAQ: Your Guide to Finding and Securing a Home (client facing)*

• Quick Guide to Finding Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties

Securing housing

• Rental Requirement and Newcomer Documents: Understand and identify the required rental documents and which newcomer documents may apply.

• Housing Selection 101: Includes a walkthrough checklist and what to look for in a lease.

Documents to share with landlords:

• Fact Sheet and FAQ on Renting to Refugees and Other Eligible Newcomers*

Additional resources:

• Know Your Rights: State-by-State Housing Guide

• Tenant Toolkit: Offered in a variety of languages*