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Buildium Resident Center Help Links
1. Getting Started & Access
Resident Center: Overview & Features
(A guide to using the Resident Center for payments, documents, and more.)Resident Center: Resident Self-Registration
(How to set up your account if you haven’t already registered.)Introducing Your Residents to Their Resident Account
(Tips and FAQs for new users getting started with their resident portal.)
2. Account Management & Emergency Contacts
How to Change Emergency Contact Information
(Step-by-step instructions to update emergency contacts in your profile.)
3. Maintenance Requests
How to Submit a Maintenance Request
(How to request repairs or report maintenance issues through the portal.)
4. Renters Insurance
Renters Insurance (Powered by MSI): Overview
(General information about renters insurance through Buildium/MSI.)How to Get Started with Renters Insurance (MSI)
(How to enroll in or purchase renters insurance through the Resident Center.)
5. Credit Building
How To Build Your Credit with Rent Reporting
(Learn how on-time rent payments can help improve your credit score.)
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Rental Assistance Resources in San Diego County
If you are experiencing financial hardship and need help paying rent, there are several programs and organizations in San Diego County that may be able to assist. Below you will find information on local, county, and nonprofit resources, including who qualifies and how to apply.
County of San Diego Rental Assistance Program
What they offer: Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, Public Housing, and other rental assistance options.
Who qualifies: Low-income individuals and families (eligibility varies by program).
How to apply: Visit the County’s Rental Assistance Portal for application instructions.
San Diego Housing Commission (SDHC) – Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher
What they offer: Ongoing rental assistance for qualifying low-income households, seniors, and people with disabilities.
Who qualifies: Income-eligible individuals, families, seniors, and people with disabilities.
How to apply: Visit the SDHC Rental Assistance Page for program details and application information.
San Diego Housing Federation – Rental Home Stability Program
What they offer: Up to six months of financial counseling to help prevent eviction.
Who qualifies: San Diego County residents experiencing a financial crisis.
How to apply: Learn more at the Rental Home Stability Program.
United Way of San Diego County – Worker Assistance Initiative
What they offer: Short-term financial support for workers facing job loss or reduced income.
Who qualifies: Low-wage workers affected by economic hardship.
How to apply: Get more information at United Way’s Worker Assistance Page.
Get Help Navigating Resources: 2-1-1 San Diego
If you’re not sure where to start, 2-1-1 San Diego can connect you with the right local resources, including food, utilities, and housing assistance.
Call: 2-1-1
Online: 211sandiego.org