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Housing assistance
Here you'll find everything you need to know.
- What can I do if I don't have enough money to pay the rent?
- Am I always eligible for housing benefit?
- Can I also apply for housing benefit if I am not from Germany?
- Do I have to pay back housing emergency assistance?
- Where can I get advice and support in housing emergencies?
- Can my rental contract be terminated if I receive clients at home?
- Do I have to tell my landlord or landlady that I receive clients at home?
- Can my landlord or landlady charge me more rent because I receive clients at home?
- Find a counselling centre
Am I always eligible for housing benefit?
No, if you are already receiving other financial assistance, you may not be able to apply for housing benefit. If you still do not have enough money, contact us and we will help you find a solution.
Can I also apply for housing benefit if I am not from Germany?
Normally yes. If you are from a non-EU country, you must have a valid residence permit.
Do I have to pay back housing emergency assistance?
Social benefits for housing emergencies and housing benefits usually do not have to be repaid.
Where can I get advice and support in housing emergencies?
You can find counselling centres in your area such as BAG Wohnungslosenhilfe e.V. here: www.woundwie.de
At the social welfare office of your place of residence you can get support within the framework of housing emergency assistance, for example if you have difficulties with your landlord or landlady or in dealing with the authorities. The staff will also help you apply for social benefits.
Can my rental contract be terminated if I receive clients at home?
That depends on what you have agreed with your landlord or landlady and where your apartment is located. Please feel free to contact us, we will check this together with you.
Do I have to tell my landlord or landlady that I receive clients at home?
In most cases, it's better to point this out beforehand. Please feel free to contact us and we will help you find the best way to go.
Can my landlord or landlady charge me more rent because I receive clients at home?
No, this is usually not a reason to increase the rent retroactively. However, the landlord or landlady may be able to terminate the contract, depending on the exact circumstances.
Find a counselling centre
Here you can find a counselling centre in your area by entering your location or postcode..