The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a comprehensive civil rights law that prohibits discrimination based on disability and requires improvements to provide equal access and opportunities for individuals with disabilities in places of public accommodation.
Discrimination in real estate refers to applying special treatment, often unfavorable, to individuals based on race, religion, sex, color, national origin, handicap, or familial status. It is a serious issue as real estate transactions should be conducted fairly and equitably.
The Federal Fair Housing Act is a federal law that prohibits discrimination in the rental, buying, or financing of homes and apartments on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, handicap, familial status, or national origin.
The Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO) is an agency within the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) tasked with eliminating housing discrimination, promoting economic opportunity, and fostering diverse, inclusive communities. FHEO protects people from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or familial status.
In the context of U.S. federal anti-discrimination laws, 'protected class' refers to certain minority subgroups of the population that must be treated fairly and without discrimination, particularly in matters related to housing, employment, and public accommodations.
Racial Steering refers to the practice where real estate agents guide prospective homeowners towards or away from certain neighborhoods based on their race. This practice is illegal and contributes to racial segregation in housing.
