Fair Housing Rights and Obligations - HUD.gov
It is illegal to discriminate in the sale or rental of housing, including against individuals seeking a mortgage or housing assistance, or in other housing-related activities. The Fair Housing Act …
Civil Rights Division | The Fair Housing Act
Jun 22, 2023 · The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in all types of housing transactions. The Act defines persons with a disability to mean those individuals …
The Fair Housing Act (FHA): A Legal Overview - Congress.gov
In 1974, Congress amended the Act to add sex discrimination to the list of prohibited activities. The last major change to the Act occurred in 1988 when it was amended to prohibit …
The Fair Housing Act of 1968: A Foundation for Equality
Dec 5, 2025 · The Fair Housing Act established a national policy of fair housing throughout the United States. It applies to a broad range of housing, both public and private, and makes it …
Fair Housing Act & Fair Housing Amendments Act | Wex | US …
The Fair Housing Act and the fair housing amendments refer to Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 and later additions. Title VIII as set forth in 1968 prevented discrimination based on race, …
Fair Housing Act | US Civil Rights Law, 1968 | Britannica
The Fair Housing Act protects buyers and renters of housing from discrimination by sellers, landlords, or financial institutions and makes it unlawful for those entities to refuse to rent, sell, …
The Fair Housing Act: How It Works and Examples - Investopedia
May 1, 2025 · What Is the Fair Housing Act? The Fair Housing Act, established in 1968, is a federal law that forbids discrimination in most housing-related activities, including buying, …