Have you Faced Housing Discrimination?

Intelligence Report by Lyric Wallwork Winik-Parade Magazine

Have you Faced Housing Discrimination? If you're buying or renting a home there's a law that protects your rights.

The Fair Housing Act became law in 1968, yet thousands of people still are illegally turned away from renting or owning a home in the U.S. each year. Those with disabilities are most likely to be discriminated against, followed closely by Blacks, Hispanics and Asians. What is "housing discrimination"? Refusing to allow a person with a disability to have an accessible parking spot or a service animal. Charging higher rent or a larger security deposit for some tenants because of race and religion. Telling prospective tenants that housing is no longer available when it is. Imposing restrictions on families with children, such as saying kids are not allowed on the property. Asking for sexual favors in lieu of rent. To learn more about your rights under the Fair Housing Act or to file a complaint, call the HUD hotline, 1-800-669-9777, or visit www.hud.gov/fairhousing