Foreclosure

• Only covers mortgage arrears or tax arrears
• Homeowners may apply for assistance to stop foreclosure or to complete emergency property repairs.
• Homeowners may have to sign a lien against their property to receive assistance
• Homeowners must provide written documentation from mortgage company or tax office. All amounts must be clearly broken down. Homeowners must also prove that other property-related bills such as water bills, tax bills, etc., are up to date.
• We cannot assist with user fees or sewer assessments.
• We do not pay late fees, court costs, or attorney fees.
• Clients must be able to demonstrate the ability to afford their mortgage going forward in order to receive assistance.

Eviction

• We do not pay late fees, court costs, or attorney fees.
• Clients must be able to demonstrate the ability to afford their rent going forward in order to receive assistance.
• Eviction does not have to be court-ordered. We will consider eviction notices issued by the landlord that:
• Are in writing
• Include your name and address
• List all months and rent balances owed per month
• Is signed by the landlord
• Includes the landlord's name and number

Forms:

• City of Buffalo Foreclosure
• Housing Search Verification
• Shelter Arrears Questionnaire
• Pre-Tenancy Inspection