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Fair Housing Act

Resource overview

The Fair Housing Act protects people from discrimination when they are in the process of renting or buying a home. The law prohibits discrimination in housing because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), familial status and disability.

How this resource helps

This law protects prospective renters or homebuyers from discrimination.

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The Fair Housing Act ensures that you are treated equally when buying or renting.

The Fair Housing Act protects people from discrimination when buying or renting a home.

How to access this resource

If you believe your rights may have been violated, you can file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity.

FILE A COMPLAINT

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