Rental Property Investor · Nashville, TN · Member since 2023 · 17 posts · 6 votes
Hi Everyone,
I pivoted towards mid-term rentals at the end of 2025 and am trying to help my current tenant find new housing. Her lease ends April 13.She sustained an injury recently that drained a lot of her savings since insurance didn't cover her PT and medications.
She can afford to pay about $300/mo and is looking for a lease of 6 months or longer.Does anyone know someone that might be able to help her out with housing assistance or that can provide resources related to housing assistance?
Real Estate Broker · Hyde Park Tampa, FL · Member since 2019 · 2k+ posts · 3k+ votes
6mo
There are a lot of resources available that can provide immediate, short-term assistance with rent, downpayment, and utilities. But it sounds like her challenges are going to be more long term. I would refer her to the City's Housing Authority; not only do they have Emergency Housing Vouchers but they can arrange for her to have long-term assistance as well from HUD and other programs. And, she will have a case worker and other resources available to her. I recommend getting her to the right resource and then stepping away so you're not perceived by her/anyone as being responsible for her housing. You're a good guy for helping her. And, congrats on that new direction for your property. Best...
Real Estate Agent · Memphis · Member since 2026 · 546 posts · 316 votes
6mo
That’s a tough situation — good on you for trying to help her land somewhere stable.
At ~$300/month, this is probably less about finding a traditional rental and more about connecting her with the right support systems or shared housing options.
In most markets, that budget usually points toward housing assistance programs, nonprofit support, or room rentals with more flexible arrangements rather than a standard lease.
A couple things that tend to help in situations like this:
• Reaching out to local housing assistance programs or nonprofits
• Looking into room rentals or shared housing setups
• Connecting with smaller landlords who may be open to more flexible terms for a short period
The goal here is really stability first, then figuring out a longer-term plan once she’s back on her feet.
Has she already connected with any local assistance programs, or is this the first step?
Agreed with everyone, good on you helping her out. I don't know the low rent options well, but my hunch is its either a Padsplit type option or a government backed option if Padsplit still too high.
I pivoted towards mid-term rentals at the end of 2025 and am trying to help my current tenant find new housing. Her lease ends April 13.She sustained an injury recently that drained a lot of her savings since insurance didn't cover her PT and medications.
She can afford to pay about $300/mo and is looking for a lease of 6 months or longer.Does anyone know someone that might be able to help her out with housing assistance or that can provide resources related to housing assistance?
For a Nashville-based tenant with medical hardship, have her immediately contact the Metropolitan Development and Housing Agency (MDHA) for emergency rental assistance programs and reach out to the "United Way of Greater Nashville" by dialing 2-1-1 to access their database of local housing non-profits. Given her $300/mo budget, she may also qualify for the "Financial Assistance Program" through Nashville’s Metro Action Commission, which specifically assists residents facing displacement due to sudden medical expenses. I hope that helps.