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By Emily Edwards, Ph.D., Director of Clinical Core, VISN 2 Mental Illness Research Education and Clinical Center and Shawn Liu, and National Homeless Program Manager, VHA Homeless Programs Office

September 8, 2026

For Veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness, finding safe, stable housing is an important step toward stability. Unfortunately, it can also be a vulnerable one. During the housing search, scammers often target homeless Veterans, especially those receiving financial assistance.

Understanding how these housing scams operate, and knowing where to turn for trusted support, can help Veterans protect themselves, avoid fraud and stay on track toward permanent housing.