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FAQ list on the Metropolitan Tenants Organization website


Frequently-asked questions
 
 - For CDCS - 
 
General information         [ more links like this ]
  How can I find Information on employer assisted housing?
  How can I find resources on property management?
  How can I find training or technical assistance?
  How do I find information on a specific parcel?
  How do I obtain a building permit?
  What resources are available to find funding sources?
  What are some ways to make a household more energy efficient?
  What are the affordable housing rent and income limits? 'Affordable Housing'  
  What resources are available on housing development?
  Where can I find general information on affordable housing development?
  Where can I find interactive GIS maps for the Chicago area?
  Where can I locate information on building codes?
 
 - For DEVELOPERS - 
 
General information         [ more links like this ]
  How can I find general information on housing development?
  How do I find information on a specific parcel?
  How do I obtain a building permit?
  What are some ways to make a household more energy efficient?
  What are the affordable housing rent and income limits? 'Affordable Housing'  
  Where can I find interactive GIS maps for the Chicago area?
  Where can I locate information on building codes?
 
Resources for developers         [ more links like this ]
  How can developers get involved in affordable housing programs?
  I am looking for a home builder association
  Where can I find out about regulatory barriers?
 
 - For HOMEBUYERS - 
 
General information         [ more links like this ]
  Buying vs. renting?
  Homes for Sale- Listings
  How do I find general information on buying a home?
  How do I find information on a specific parcel?
  How do I find information on appraisals?
  How do I find information on rehabbing a home?
  How do I find information on settlement or closing?
  How do I find on-line information about my property taxes?
  I am looking for resources on building a home
 
Financing a home         [ more links like this ]
  I am looking for information on contract for deeds
  Predatory lending - what is it and how can I avoid it?
  Where can I find information about understanding my credit?
  Where can I find information on obtaining a fair mortgage? 'Predatory Lending'  
 
Finding a new home         [ more links like this ]
  I believe I may have been discriminated against
  Where can I find a real estate agent?
 
Moving into a new home         [ more links like this ]
  How do I find general information on moving?
  How do I find information on home inspections?
  How do I find information on homeowners insurance?
  Where can I find homeownership counseling or financial assistance?
 
Rights and Responsibilities         [ more links like this ]
  What are my rights as a homebuyer?
 
 - For HOMEOWNERS - 
 
General information         [ more links like this ]
  How do I ensure my property is a healthy environment?
  How do I find information on a specific parcel?
  How do I find information on rehabbing a home?
  How do I find on-line information about my property taxes?
  How do I obtain a building permit?
  What are some ways to make a household more energy efficient?
  Where can I find general information on home ownership?
  Where can I find information on home improvement?
  Where can I locate information on building codes?
  Where do I find information on historic preservation/landmarking?
 
Financing a home         [ more links like this ]
  I am having trouble paying my mortgage
  Re-financing and Home Equity loans - should I?
  Where can I find information about understanding my credit?
 
Finding a new home         [ more links like this ]
  Where can I find a real estate agent?
 
Losing your home         [ more links like this ]
  I might lose my house to foreclosure
 
Moving into a new home         [ more links like this ]
  How do I find information on homeowners insurance?
 
Moving out of your current home         [ more links like this ]
  I need information on selling my home
 
Rights and Responsibilities         [ more links like this ]
  What are my rights and responsibilities as a Condo owner?
  What are my rights and responsibilities as a home owner?
 
 - For LANDLORDS - 
 
General information         [ more links like this ]
  How can I find a property owner association?
  How can I find resources on property management?
  How can I get involved with the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program? 'Subsidized Housing'  
'Rental Housing'  
  How do I ensure my property is a healthy environment?
  How do I find information on rehabbing a home?
  How do I obtain a building permit?
  What are some ways to make a household more energy efficient?
  Where can I find information on home improvement?
  Where can I find landlord training?
  Where can I get information on security deposit interest rates?
  Where can I locate information on building codes?
 
Moving into a new home         [ more links like this ]
  How do I find information on homeowners insurance?
 
Rights and Responsibilities         [ more links like this ]
  What are my rights and responsibilites as a landlord?
 
 - For LOCAL GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENTS - 
 
General information         [ more links like this ]
  Facts for local officials
  How can I find Information on employer assisted housing?
  How do I find information on a specific parcel?
  What are some ways to make a household more energy efficient?
  Where can I find interactive GIS maps for the Chicago area?
  Where do I find information on historic preservation/landmarking?
 
 - For POLICY AND DECISION MAKERS - 
 
General information         [ more links like this ]
  How do I find information on a specific parcel?
  Where can I find interactive GIS maps for the Chicago area?
 
 - For RENTERS - 
 
General information         [ more links like this ]
  Apartment listings- searching for a new apartment
  Buying vs. renting?
  Can I get my security deposit returned? 'Rental Housing'  
  How do I find general information on renting?
  I am looking for an affordable apartment
  I am looking for rental counseling 'Rental Housing'  
  The tenants in my building would like to form a tenants organization
  What is renters insurance?
  Where can I get information on security deposit interest rates?
 
Finding a new home         [ more links like this ]
  I am about to sign a lease - what should I watch out for?
  I believe I may have been discriminated against 'Affordable Housing'  
'Fair Housing'  
 
Losing your home         [ more links like this ]
  I am being evicted
 
Moving into a new home         [ more links like this ]
  How do I find general information on moving?
 
Problems with your current apartment         [ more links like this ]
  Im having trouble with my landlord
  Im having trouble with my neighbors 'Rental Housing'  
  My apartment building is unsafe or unsanitary 'Rental Housing'  
'Housing Codes'  
 
Rights and Responsibilities         [ more links like this ]
  What are rights and responsibilities as a renter?
 
 - For SENIORS - 
 
General information         [ more links like this ]
  I am a senior in need of home improvements, where can I find information?
  I am looking for information on reverse mortages
  What financial risks should I look out for?
  Where can I find agencies or organizations that offer senior assistance?
  Where can I find general information on aging?
  Who can I contact to find available programs for seniors?
 
Rights and Responsibilities         [ more links like this ]
  What are my rights as a senior? 'Rental Housing'