The S8 tenant does NOT want to lose their voucher, or ever look bad-- so they will be much more likely to comply if they are involved vs. only  you as a landlord.    

Tenants don't qualify for a S8 voucher if they're in a good financial position.WIth S8, you statistically get Class C & D tenants with credit scores under 600 and no savings.

Start with clean, code‑compliant value‑adds that pass HCV inspections, budget for reinspection delays, and underwrite at conservative voucher rents with full expenses and reserves.

Some landlords mistakenly skip thorough screening because the tenant has a voucher, but that’s a major misconception.

I’d especially appreciate recommendations for people who understand long-distance systems and voucher demand in Midwest markets.Thanks in advance for any leads—I know this community always comes through with great connections.Best,Juan Carlos Flores Holla!

@Sherman Cummings - In addition to Housing Choice Vouchers ("Section 8"), many locations have other voucher and housing subsidy programs.

.📉 Loan forgiveness at $10K per year of affordability (8 years total), or up to $15K/year if you house voucher holders or tenants referred by city housing partners.🔑 Only one ADU per lot allowed.Why it matters:Charlotte is under major housing pressure, and this is a way the city is incentivizing “gentle density” without rezoning entire neighborhoods.For investors, it creates a structured pathway to add a unit with city support — though the affordability requirements and rent caps may limit cash flow potential compared to market-rate rentals.On the flip side, the forgiveness structure (essentially free capital if you comply) could offset the reduced rental income.My take: This could work best for buy-and-hold investors who don’t mind playing in the affordable space and are looking for long-term, low-cost additions to their portfolio.

I guarantee that someone on a housing voucher will hang blankets in the windows regardless of what you provide. 

Seattle, awash with sec 8 vouchers, moves in their previously homeless, substance abusers, and declare success.

@Brian Berry Issues like this are why many investors should have a PMC.People don't qualify for an S8 voucher by making good decisions and we see many do stupid things like this that cause them to lose their voucher.Here are your options:1) Assume the issues are not really important to the tenant and hope no further damage happens to the property.2) If tenant doesn't respond to SMS, send someone to doorknock and inquire if tenant still needs maintenance. - Would be a great opportunity for that person to ask the tenant to show them the issues and TAKE A VIDEO  of the issue plus the property condition and evidence of pets.