Now, your homeownership adventure begins. Congratulations! We are proud to welcome you to the Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC) family. Owning a home is a huge accomplishment and a huge responsibility.
To get you started, we have included some tips and resources to make homeownership more manageable:
Paying your mortgage or rent can be a tedious task, but it doesn’t have to be. Ky Housing Corporation (KHC) offers various convenient ways to pay your housing bills online or by phone. In this comprehensive guide I’ll walk you through everything you need to know about Ky Housing Corp bill pay.
Overview of Ky Housing Corporation
The Ky Housing Corporation is Kentucky’s housing finance agency. Their goal is to invest in good housing solutions for families and communities all over the state. KHC offers low-cost mortgages and runs rental assistance programs like Section 8. They also offer down payment assistance and housing counseling services.
As a state agency, KHC services loans for over 20,000 homeowners. They also oversee rental assistance for over 30,000 households. With so many Kentuckians relying on KHC for housing help, they strive to make bill pay as easy as possible.
Ways to Pay Your KHC Bill
KHC gives you a number of easy ways to pay your rent, mortgage, or other housing bills every month. Here are your options:
Online Payments
The best and easiest way to pay is through www.khc.org/payment. kyhousing. org. You can safely pay your bill at any time, day or night, without having to call or mail anything.
First-time users must register with their loan information to create a login. Once registered you can
- Check payment due dates
- View loan balances
- Access payment history
- Schedule recurring payments
- Make one-time payments
KHC recommends using Google Chrome browser for the best experience.
Automated Phone Payments
To get to the automated phone system, call 703-857-2117 or 800-341-5622 and press option 3. You’ll need your loan number, and each loan costs $5.
This is a simple way to pay by phone without waiting to speak to a representative.
Check by Phone
To pay directly from your checking account without fees, call 502-605-1317 or 800-341-5622 and select option 6.
Be ready with your check routing and account numbers. There is a $10 processing fee per payment.
Mail-In Payments
If you prefer paying by check, use the payment coupons from your monthly mortgage statement. Detach and mail with your check.
Please do not mail cash. Get a money order instead.
Drop-Off Payments
KHC has a 24/7 drop box just inside their main entrance in Frankfort for check or money order payments.
Again, please do not deposit cash for security reasons.
Payment System Outages
KHC’s online payment portal, eStatus, occasionally experiences temporary outages. If you can’t access eStatus, first wait 30 minutes and try again.
You can also try a different browser like Google Chrome. For other payment issues, check KHC’s FAQ page for troubleshooting.
During an outage, you can still pay by phone, mail, or drop-off. KHC is working to improve the reliability of their payment systems.
Account Management with KHC
Managing your KHC housing account is easy and convenient. Here’s how:
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Get account alerts – Opt in to receive email or text alerts when a payment is due or confirmations when a payment is processed.
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View payment history – Your online account stores 12 months of payment history. Print or download statements as needed.
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Update contact information – Keep your phone, email, and mailing address up to date so KHC can reach you.
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Set up autopay – For hands-off payments, enroll in automatic monthly debits from your bank account.
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Access customer support – KHC’s call center agents are available to help with account questions, payment issues, or updating your information.
KHC Rental Assistance Programs
In addition to mortgages, KHC oversees rental assistance programs to help make housing affordable.
Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers
Also known as HCV, this program helps extremely low-income households pay their rent. Eligible tenants receive a voucher to cover a portion of the rent. The tenant pays 30% of their income directly to the landlord.
Project-Based Rental Assistance
This program is for designated affordable housing projects. KHC provides funding to subsidize rents for low-income tenants. Tenants pay 30% of adjusted income.
For renters with KHC rental assistance vouchers, pay your portion of the rent directly to your landlord as instructed. Do not pay KHC.
Contact KHC for Support
If you have any issues making housing payments or managing your KHC account, reach out for assistance:
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Phone – Call 502-564-7630 or 800-633-8896
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Email – Send secure messages through your online account
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Mail – Kentucky Housing Corporation, 1231 Louisville Road, Frankfort, KY 40601
KHC wants to make paying your housing bills as easy and seamless as possible. Use their online payment system or one of the convenient pay by phone or mail options. And reach out to their customer service team if you ever need support.
Set a reminder on your calendar or in your phone to pay your mortgage.
It is due on the first of every month.
Make a copy of your house key.
It never hurts to have a spare, whether you give it to a trusted friend or family member or just keep it in the drawer for emergencies.
Kentucky Housing Corporation – Down Payment Assistance
FAQ
What is the phone number for Kentucky Housing Corporation payment?
Payments may also be made by using the Automated Payment by Phone System at 703-857-2117 which is available 24 hours a day. There is a $5 charge for this service. Payments can also be made with a representative at 800-341-5622, extension 216 during business hours of 8 a. m. – 5 p. m. ET.
Who is the director of the Kentucky Housing Corporation?
What is the PO box for Kentucky Housing Corporation?
KHC requires an updated certificate of insurance reflecting KHC’s mortgage clause: Kentucky Housing Corporation, ISAOA, P. O. Box 4150, Frankfort, KY 40604-4150.
Does Kentucky Housing Corporation accept quick collect payments?
Because Western Union has changed how they handle Quick Collect payments, Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC) will no longer accept this method of payment starting October 1, 2020. You can still pay in the following ways: Automated Phone System – Dial 703-857-2117 or 800-341-5622, opt. 3.
How do I sign up for KHC?
To sign up, go to the Current Homeowners section of KHC’s website, and complete the form found under Resources. Using the online payment portal, you can also set up a one-time or recurring draft to pay every month.
Will KHC release funds for HOME Investment Partnerships?
A Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (NOIRROF) has been sent by KHC to the US Department of Housing. KHC will accept public comment on this Environmental Review Record through October 31, 2024.
