Required Documents
Gather these before you start.
Your exact document list depends on the program you apply for. Once you start an application, we'll show you a personalized checklist with secure upload.
Identity & household
- • Government-issued photo ID for each adult
- • Social Security card / ITIN
- • Household composition information
Income & finances
- • Recent pay stubs (last 30 days)
- • Federal tax returns (last 2 years)
- • W-2 or 1099 forms
- • Bank statements (last 2 months)
- • Benefits award letters (SSI, SSDI, VA, retirement)
Home ownership (504 programs)
- • Proof of home ownership (deed or property tax record)
- • Mortgage statement (if applicable)
- • Homeowners insurance declaration
- • Utility bill (proof of occupancy)
Repair & disaster
- • Repair estimates from licensed contractors
- • Photos of damage or needed repairs
- • FEMA registration or insurance claim (504 Disaster)
Missing a document? No problem — you can save your application and return to upload it later. Our staff can also request additional items if needed.