The Ellis Act allows owners to permanently withdraw rental units from the market. The City of Oakland has specific requirements that must be followed when removing a property through the the Ellis Act.
It's possible to get a rent-to-own home with a bad credit score. Minimum credit score requirements vary by the company or private seller. Some rent-to-own companies accept credit scores as low as 500.
Rent-to-own programs are often more lenient with credit scores compared to traditional mortgage lenders. While specific requirements may vary, some programs accept applicants with lower credit scores; as mentioned previously, Divvy accepts credit scores as low as 550.
By law, security deposits must be returned when the tenant moves out, minus allowed expenses. The law limits the amount of security deposits. o Until July 1, 2024, the limit is two times the monthly rent (or, for furnished units, three times the rent). o After July 1, 2024, the limit is one month's rent.
Credit score requirements Most first-time home buyer programs require a minimum credit score, often around 620, to qualify for conventional loans. However, some programs, like FHA loans, are more lenient, allowing scores as low as 580 or even lower with higher down payments.
Eden I&R is well known as the primary source of information and referrals to health, housing and human services in Alameda County. ​ Contact Eden I&R by calling 2-1-1. A shelter hotline is available for information about beds at area homeless shelters. Call directly 1(800) 774-3583.
Paper Applications: Applications may be downloaded from link above. Alternatively, call 510.588. 3883 to request a paper application to be mailed to your residence. Return paper application via mail to 3883 Turquoise Way, Oakland, CA 94609 ATTN: Affordable Program.