After attaining a Section 8 voucher, the holder has 60/90/120 days to find a unit compliant with Section 8 Program requirements. The voucher will expire after this period, so finding an apartment in advance is a good choice.

Under the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program, tenants will typically pay 30 percent of their monthly income toward rent. The voucher will cover the rest. Individuals must find housing that accepts Section 8 vouchers and meets program requir

After choosing a home, the family signs a minimum one-year lease with the landlord. The tenant may be required to pay a security deposit before moving in. When the lease is up, the landlord may initiate a new lease or allow the family to remain i