Can Section 8 see my bank account?

The Public Housing Agency (PHA) that is determining your eligibility for a low-income housing program will request a current bank statement or other documents to show your bank account balances.

The PHA will also look at your bank statement for any direct deposits amounts of earned income, social security, pensions, SSI or other deposits. If the bank account documentation is not submitted, chances are the PHA will deny your application.