Definition
Unfair treatment in housing based on protected characteristics including race, ethnicity, religion, disability, and familial status.
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Discrimination can be intentional or unintentional (disparate impact). Discrimination in lending, sales, and rental is illegal. Discrimination affects homeownership access and wealth accumulation. Discrimination reporting and prosecution protects communities. Anti-discrimination enforcement is ongoing.
Pro Tip
Report discrimination to HUD; enforcement protects fair housing access.
Example
Housing discrimination case where lender denied mortgage based on applicant's race.