- Are you seeking assistance in resolving housing disputes with your tenant? ECHO Housing offers trained mediators and counseling to property owners
. Some cities and unincorporated county areas covered, others are not. - Do you live in the property you rent out? California Mortgage Relief Program offers mortgage relief or property tax relief if you live in the property.
- Are you a small low-income landlord facing foreclosure? Find relief thorough the Foreclosure Prevention Program (FPP).
- Are you seeking legal recourse for back rent? Small claims court for rental housing providers offers self-help resources.
- Apply for the Unincorporated Alameda County Landlord Small Grant Recovery Program: Round 2 Small landlords operating units in the Unincorporated County may be eligible for grants of $5,000 with no use restrictions and no expectation of grant repayment. Applications are due by 5 pm on Friday, May 31, 2024. Join the Public Information Session FAQ Via Zoom, May 14th at noon to answer any applicant questions. Here’s the Zoom link for the session: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83656368421?pwd=WUF2SHB1NmNBazhKbElHWlNtZ2NNdz09
Landlord Grant Program Guidelines (pdf)
Legal Assistance for Owner-Occupied Homeowners
ECHO’s Tenant/Landlord Counseling Program provides information to tenants and landlords on rental housing issues such as evictions, rent increases, repairs and habitability, harassment, illegal entry, and other rights and responsibilities regarding the tenant/landlord relationship. Some cities and unincorporated county areas covered, others not.
ECHO has trained mediators to assist in resolving housing disputes through conciliation and mediation. We make referrals to legal services for advice and representation on housing-related issues including evictions, rent increases, repairs and habitability, and harassment. ECHO Housing’s Rent Review Ordinance and Tenant Protections Training or access the slide presentation: ECHO housing training for landlords.
Eden Council for Hope and Opportunity
(ECHO Housing)
(510) 581-9380
Housing & Economic Rights Advocates
(HERA)
(510) 271-8443, ext. 300
Get Up to $80k in Mortgage Relief or $20k in Property Tax Relief if You Live in the Property
The State of California has created a $1-billion mortgage relief fund to help low- to moderate-income homeowners who have fallen behind on their mortgage payments or property taxes during the pandemic. This does not apply to landlords who do not live at the property in question.
The governor’s proposed 2024 budget may revise this number down $345 million from this fund because the money wasn’t used. If you want this money, act fast as this program may go away in next year’s budget.
- California Mortgage Relief Program | (camortgagerelief.org)
- Apply Application Questionnaire (osaas.app)
Foreclosure Resources »
Facing the possibility of foreclosure is both daunting and frightening. It’s better to proactively reach out and look at options than ignore a situation.
We also have a Foreclosure Prevention Program (FPP) for small, low-income property owners.
Small Claims Court for Rental Housing Providers Who are Owed Back-Owed Rent
Small Claims Guidance on Rental Debt
See Alameda County’s Flyer for the steps and deadlines in the eviction process
The Self-help Desk at the Alameda County Superior Court provides legal information and resources to self-represent court customers. Assistance may be in the form of private appointments, referrals, Live Chat, and/or telephonic assistance. Self Help | Superior Court of California | County of Alameda
U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) Meet with a HUD certified counselor to explain various options to prevent foreclosure.
- Visit HUD Website COVID-19: Resources for Homeowners | HUD.gov / U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
- Find Housing Counselor at HUD Housing Counselors | HUD.gov / U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)