Fair Housing
Fair Housing
Don't Lock the Door to America's Dream of Homeownership
Fair housing creates stronger communities and a thriving economy.
Housing discrimination is not a thing of the past. In fact, the most recent annual report from the National Fair Housing Alliance documented over 31,216 fair housing complaints in 2021, up from 28,712 in the previous year.1 Across the country, homeowners and renters alike should be aware of their rights under FHA and the broad impact of housing discrimination on everyone.
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What is the Fair Housing Act?
The Fair Housing Act (FHA) prohibits discrimination against anyone who is buying or renting a home or securing financing for any housing. It prohibits discrimination based on:
- Race
- Color
- Disability
- Family status
- National origin
- Religion
- Gender
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Housing Discrimination Hotline
Know your Fair Housing Rights. Call the number above for consumer complaints of unfair treatment or discrimination. This service is available in English and Spanish.
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