Here's how quickly a New Yorker can come to the brink of homelessness
by Gothamist
Gothamist— Over 38% of renters with disabilities pay at least half their income on housing, according to city data. Over a third of New York City tenants with disabilities pay at least half their income on rent, according to city housing data. [ more › ]
Gothamist—New Bronx program is linking local landlords with homeless New Yorkers. The program, funded by JP Morgan Chase, will connect landlords to people with housing vouchers. The organization BronxWorks is launching the initiative to bridge a gap between would-be renters and owners looking for tenants. [ more › ]
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