Housing discrimination in the United States

Realtor.com® and LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance Survey Shows Housing Discrimination Remains an Issue

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Thursday, June 10, 2021
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"The LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance is an essential voice in the discussion of fair housing and we are excited to work with them on these very important issues.

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  • "The LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance is an essential voice in the discussion of fair housing and we are excited to work with them on these very important issues.
  • And while it was a significant step forward, housing discrimination in the LGBTQ community continues to be an issue.
  • Discrimination was even more pronounced in the transgender community, with 44% having experienced or suspected discrimination.
  • "Discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community in housing is real, but we know the fear of discrimination is even greater," said Ryan Weyandt, CEO of the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance.

Funnel Leasing Launches H.O.M.E. to Increase Fair and Equitable Housing

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Wednesday, April 7, 2021
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The launch of H.O.M.E., timed during Fair Housing Month and the anniversary of the Fair Housing Act of 1968 (April 11), will further Funnels mission to combat the systemic oppression prevalent throughout the leasing process and increase housing access for individuals of color and other marginalized home seekers.

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  • The launch of H.O.M.E., timed during Fair Housing Month and the anniversary of the Fair Housing Act of 1968 (April 11), will further Funnels mission to combat the systemic oppression prevalent throughout the leasing process and increase housing access for individuals of color and other marginalized home seekers.
  • that will be used toward creating more equitable housing access and opportunity.
  • Without equal access to housing, people of color and other vulnerable groups will continue to be left further behind, said Tyler Christiansen, CEO of Funnel.
  • Funnel has ensured the virtual agent can respond to messages about affordable housing and help find the least expensive apartments.

Marcia Fudge's Being Sworn in as HUD Secretary is Great News for Minority Homebuyers

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Thursday, March 11, 2021
Housing in the United States, Economy of the United States, Civil rights and liberties, American society, Public housing in the United States, United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, Urban planning in the United States, Housing discrimination in the United States, Housing, Civil Rights Act, United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Matt Ammon

Among other goals as HUD secretary, Fudge said today she plans to increase fair housing protections and improve access to affordable housing.

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  • Among other goals as HUD secretary, Fudge said today she plans to increase fair housing protections and improve access to affordable housing.
  • "Marcia Fudge's confirmation as HUD secretary and Biden's commitment to end discriminatory housing practices will widen the path to homeownership and help more families achieve housing wealth.
  • We look forward to working with the new HUD secretary on a range of housing issues."
  • As a leading source of down payment assistance, the company helps low-to-moderate income consumers, often in minority neighborhoods, achieve the dream of homeownership.

California REALTORS® Unveil Fair Housing and Equity Legislative Package to Address Housing Barriers Facing Communities of Color

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Monday, March 8, 2021
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today unveiled a Fair Housing and Equity legislative package designed to help address ongoing fair housing and equity issues that persist, especially for communities of color.

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  • today unveiled a Fair Housing and Equity legislative package designed to help address ongoing fair housing and equity issues that persist, especially for communities of color.
  • 's Californians Need Housing Now initiative , which urges the Legislature to enact policies that address California's worsening housing affordability and availability crisis with increased housing supply and fair housing reforms.
  • Specifically, the bills address the historic and ongoing inequities facing Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC) that have made it harder for these communities to access and afford housing in California.
  • Gavin Newsom address the critical issue of fair housing during his State of the State Address this week.

FAU Expert Says Lawmakers Should Dump ‘Small Bigot Exemption’ from Fair Housing Law

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Wednesday, August 5, 2020
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The exemption essentially allows discrimination by people who can avoid using brokers and therefore sidestep renting or selling to certain groups, according to Johnson.

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  • The exemption essentially allows discrimination by people who can avoid using brokers and therefore sidestep renting or selling to certain groups, according to Johnson.
  • I call it the small bigot exemption because it allows individual homeowners to discriminate and put pressure on their neighbors to do the same, he said.
  • Obamas Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing of 2015, a provision of the Fair Housing Act, was meant to encourage more affordable housing, but that could have hurt upscale communities that insisted affordably priced properties would torpedo property values, according to Realtor.com .
  • Yet, both administrations and their predecessors have left in place the small bigot exemption, missing the opportunity to fundamentally improve fair housing, Johnson believes.

AHF Files Calif. Supreme Court Petition in Hollywood Fair Housing Lawsuit

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Thursday, July 30, 2020
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AHF has asserted violations of both federal and state housing laws intended to eliminate housing discrimination, barriers to minority housing and integrated communities in the permitting, planning and construction of four luxury mixed-use residential, commercial and/or entertainment development projects within the Hollywood area.

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  • AHF has asserted violations of both federal and state housing laws intended to eliminate housing discrimination, barriers to minority housing and integrated communities in the permitting, planning and construction of four luxury mixed-use residential, commercial and/or entertainment development projects within the Hollywood area.
  • AHFs petition to the Supreme Court now seeks to overturn the Appellate Court ruling in order to allow for enforcement of the federal Fair Housing Act ( FHA ) and Californias Fair Employment and Housing Act ( FEHA ) inasmuch as AHF believes and asserts it should apply to the four Hollywood development projects: Sunset Gordon Tower, Palladium Residences, Crossroads Hollywood and one planned at the Amoeba Music site.
  • The four upscale developments are within a one-mile radius in Hollywood, putting economic pressure on lower income residents in the area.
  • The fair housing laws protect minorities who are disproportionately impacted by a city policy or practice that is facially neutral.

HUD's repeal of fair housing rule reverses decades of progress

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Thursday, July 30, 2020
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of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) announcement to end the 2015 Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) rule that will roll back provisions in the Fair Housing Actthat encourage diversification and "foster inclusive communities."

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  • of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) announcement to end the 2015 Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) rule that will roll back provisions in the Fair Housing Actthat encourage diversification and "foster inclusive communities."
  • is reiterating and standing by its previous request for HUD to rescind its final rule on Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing, which now opens the door for communities to increase segregation and deprive homeownership opportunities for many Americans," said C.A.R.
  • "We have spent many years trying to right decades of government-induced segregation and redlining; this rule would undo the last half-century of progress."
  • "Now is the time for HUD to work with the real estate community and fair housing advocates to draft a rule that will achieve greater homeownership opportunities for communities of color and fulfill the mission and spirit of the Fair Housing Act," said Radsick.

Statement by President Donnell Williams on Continued Increase of Black Homeownership Rate

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Wednesday, July 29, 2020
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The 47% rate represents the fourth consecutive quarter, one year in totality, of increases in Black homeownership.

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  • The 47% rate represents the fourth consecutive quarter, one year in totality, of increases in Black homeownership.
  • I assure Black American prospective homebuyers that NAREB will continue to aggressively pursue our advocacy efforts nationally and be available to assist Black Americans considering homeownership.
  • At the same time, the dreams, and the plans for homeownership among Black Americans appear not to be squelched.
  • NAREB has advocated for legislation and supported or instigated legal challenges that ensure fair housing, sustainable homeownership, and access to credit for Black Americans.

C.A.R. statement on HUD's roll back of rule that would weaken fair housing laws

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Thursday, July 23, 2020
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of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) announcement to terminate the 2015 Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) rule and to implement a new rule that will roll back 50 years of work on fair housing and weaken HUD's role in promoting and protecting fair housing:

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  • of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) announcement to terminate the 2015 Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) rule and to implement a new rule that will roll back 50 years of work on fair housing and weaken HUD's role in promoting and protecting fair housing:
    C.A.R.
  • is asking HUD to halt the implementation of this rule and work with the real estate industry and community groups to rewrite it.
  • The new rule also all but abdicates HUD's responsibility to properly monitor and oversee the implementation of the Fair Housing Act.
  • "As REALTORS, we have seen progress made regarding fair housing over the last 50 years throughout our communities in California.

Nationwide Makes Additional Investment in Housing Initiative to End Systemic Racial Discrimination

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Wednesday, July 22, 2020
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"We've been a long-standing partner with the National Fair Housing Alliance, working together to address systemic racism through targeted investments and education.

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  • "We've been a long-standing partner with the National Fair Housing Alliance, working together to address systemic racism through targeted investments and education.
  • "Affordable housing creates stability for families, and it is the number one way for people to build wealth," said Nationwide Chief Administrative Officer Gale King.
  • National Fair Housing Alliance CEO Lisa Rice commended Nationwide for its commitment to the Keys Unlock Dreams campaign.
  • Nationwide, Nationwide is on your side and the Nationwide N and Eagle are service marks of Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company.