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FHAS provides many programs and services and we understand that questions will always arise. Below you will find some frequently asked questions that may assist you in becoming  stable.

GENERAL
Q: Where are you located?
Q: Are you affiliated with Omaha Housing Authority (OHA) or Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)?
Q: What is affordable housing?Q: What is HUD?

TENANT SERVICES
Q: What is private subsidized housing?

Q: What is subsidized housing?
Q: What is public housing?
Q: What is Section 8?
Q: What is the difference between very-low, low-income, and moderate income?

HOME OWNERSHIP - FORECLOSURE PREVENTION
Q: How long does the foreclosure process usually take?

Q: Once the foreclosure process starts is there anything I can do to stop it?


HOME OWNERSHIP - EDUCATION
Q: Why is my credit score and history so important?

Q: What types of mortgages are available?
Q: What is Predatory Lending

HOME OWNERSHIP - REVERSE MORTGAGE COUNSELING
Q: How much money can a senior (62 years or older) get from a reverse mortgage?
Q: What is the purpose of a reverse mortgage counseling session?

FAIR HOUSING
Q: Who is protected?
Q: What does housing discrimination look like?

Q: Is it just rentals?

Q: What’s a reasonable accommodation?
Q: What if my landlord won’t make repairs?
Q: What if I’m getting evicted?

Q: What if I want my security deposit back?


FINANCIAL FITNESS
Q: How can I plan when I’m living from paycheck to paycheck?

Q: How can I reduce my credit card debt?

Earned Income Tax Credit Coalition
Q: Who is eligible for EITC?

Q: How can I get help filling out the forms to claim EIC?
Q: What other programs does the Omaha EITC Coalition offer?
Q: When does the EITC Coalition meet?

Q: How can I get more EITC information?

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​Family Housing Advisory Services, Inc., (FHAS) provides top-notch impact-oriented housing services to about 9,000 low-to-moderate income individuals annually, changing lives, revitalizing communities, and developing lifelong skills.
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