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NYC Housing Lottery Blog

Every article turns NYC Reddit pain points into actionable guidance so you can navigate timelines, AMI math, and interviews.

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1/10/2025

What Is the NYC Housing Lottery? 2025 Guide

Understand how the NYC housing lottery works in 2025, from log numbers and AMI math to interviews and lease signing.

1/12/2025

Realistic timeline expectations based on Reddit applicants and official HPD data.

1/15/2025

Actionable strategies to widen the number of lotteries you qualify for without gaming the system.

1/18/2025

Balanced look at what winners love—and what still frustrates them—after moving in.

1/20/2025

Clear guide to AMI bands, dollar amounts, and which households typically qualify.

1/22/2025

Step-by-step checklist covering every document housing agents typically request.

1/25/2025

Compare NYC Housing Connect lotteries with voucher programs like CityFHEPS and Section 8.

Pair these guides with borough and AMI alerts so you hear about opportunities and deadlines in real time.