Cultivating Positive Relationships with Landlords

This Switchboard guide provides strategies for developing successful landlord partnerships that support stable housing placements for refugees and other newcomers. The resource covers landlord outreach, addressing common concerns about renting to newcomers, navigating housing barriers, providing tenant education, and maintaining long-term landlord engagement. It also offers recommendations for proactive communication, relationship management, conflict resolution, and strengthening landlord networks over time. Designed for housing specialists, resettlement agencies, and community organizations, this guide helps providers create sustainable partnerships that increase access to safe, affordable housing for newcomer families.