What Landlords Need to Know
COVID-19 Executive Orders & Legislation
Many renters in New Jersey are protected under the eviction moratorium. Click below for information on the current protections for renters.
Executive Order 128: RENTERS CAN USE THEIR SECURITY DEPOSITS AS RENT PAYMENTS
TENTANTS ARE ALLOWED TO MAKE RENT PAYMENTS USING THEIR CREDIT CARD.
Need Assistance?
Being a landlord has many benefits, but comes with much responsibility. Housing counseling services are free through this program. They provide information on a range of topics including:
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Helping you understand your obligations and options as a landlord
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Reviewing current COVID-19 moratoriums for property owners and tenants
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Developing an Action Plan to resolve homeowner issues such as: late or non-payment of mortgage or property taxes, and other assessments
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Opportunity for housing counseling and mediation services
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Assisting you in communicating with your lender, tenant, etc.
Having Trouble Paying Your Mortgage?
The Emergency Rescue Mortgage Assistance Program (ERMA) will provide up to $35,000 for:
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Mortgage arrears;
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Delinquent property taxes; and
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Other housing cost delinquencies for eligible homeowners negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
To qualify for ERMA, homeowners must:
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Be a New Jersey homeowner with a demonstrated COVID-19 related financial hardship occurring after January 20th, 2022;
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Own and occupy an eligible primary residence;
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Have an income below 150% of their Area Median Income (AMI).
For more information on eligibility visit their website here or call 855-647-7700.
The ERMA application portal is open now. Click the button below to go to the application.
Hurricane and COVID Related Financial Assistance for Small Businesses
