Maidstone Borough Council - Homefinder Bond

Project summary

The Rent Deposit Bond Scheme is an option that the Council can use to aid people in accessing private rented   accommodation. 

The Homefinder Bond helps with the upfront costs of renting if you have insufficient savings as long as you're owed a housing duty.

Clients

Who is eligible?

To apply for the scheme you must meet all the following criteria and complete an application form: Be homeless or threatened with homelessness and supply evidence supporting this Have a local connection to the Maidstone Borough.

Client services

• Deposit guarantee

How are referrals made

Via the Housing Advice Team

Landlords

Landlord services

• Inventory
• Deposit guarantee
• Tenancy sustainment assistance
• Reduced financial impact of void periods

Location of landlord's properties

Maidstone

Other information

Organisation: Maidstone Borough Council

Type of organisation: Local Authority

Last updated: 26/04/2023 08:11

Local Authority: Maidstone, Kent County Council