You deserve the right help — We connect you to both ERAP & NFCC

24K+

ERAP households assisted

$47M+

Rent & utilities funded

15K+

NFCC debt plans managed

98%

client satisfaction

Which help do you need?

Sterling Connect Agency offers both Emergency Rental Assistance (ERAP) and NFCC credit counseling. Select the program that matches your situation.

Emergency Rental Assistance (ERAP)

Direct financial aid to prevent eviction — funds paid to landlords/utilities. No repayment required.

  • ✓ Past-due & future rent assistance
  • ✓ Utility & energy bill coverage
  • ✓ No interest, no loan — grant
Apply for ERAP today →

NFCC Credit Counseling & Debt Management

Nonprofit debt help since 1951. Lower interest, consolidate payments, stop collection calls.

  • ✓ Free confidential financial review
  • ✓ Debt Management Plans (reduce APR)
  • ✓ Housing & bankruptcy counseling
Connect with NFCC counselor →

Understanding ERAP vs NFCC

— and why you may need both —

ERAP (Emergency Rental Assistance)

Government-funded program that pays past-due rent, future rent, and utilities to prevent eviction. Funds go directly to landlords. No repayment required.

Landlord handing keys

NFCC Credit Counseling

Certified credit counselors negotiate lower interest rates, create Debt Management Plans, and provide financial wellness coaching.

Counselor with client

Use both ERAP and NFCC?

Absolutely. Stabilize housing with ERAP, then tackle debt with NFCC counseling.

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NFCC-certified services at Sterling Connect

Debt Management Plans

One monthly payment, lower interest rates.

Housing & Foreclosure

HUD-approved counselors available.

Bankruptcy Counseling

Court-certified guidance.

Financial Education

Free budgeting workshops.

How to apply for ERAP

  1. Complete our eligibility screener
  2. Upload lease & income proof
  3. Sterling submits to ERAP program
  4. Funds paid directly to landlord
Start ERAP application →
Person filling out forms

"Sterling Connect helped me with ERAP back rent and then NFCC lowered my credit card payments. Life-changing."

— Denise K., Atlanta, GA

Sterling Connect Agency guides you to ERAP or NFCC — or both.

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