The Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA) has escalated its fight against the State of Florida’s foreign buyer ban through a federal fair housing discrimination lawsuit filed Monday. This is the third lawsuit, and first federal suit, against… Continue reading
The Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA) has escalated its fight against the State of Florida’s foreign buyer ban through a federal fair housing discrimination lawsuit filed Monday. This is the third lawsuit, and first federal suit, against… Continue reading
The LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance is partnering with the California Association of Realtors, AREAA and NAHREP to combat real estate discrimination against homebuyers from diverse communities. Continue reading
Retaliation for filing a discrimination complaint violates federal law, even if the agent is an independent contractor, judge says. BHS has vowed to appeal. Continue reading
Jarret Willis, a Black agent who worked at the Hamptons-based luxury brokerage, was smeared by epithets, including “Jafar” in reference to the “Aladdin” Disney movie, a white colleague claims. Continue reading
One month after the Biden administration announced its $86 million five-point plan to combat racial discrimination in the lending and appraisal industries, the Department of Housing and Urban Development has released its own equity action plan that out… Continue reading
When we talk about fair housing, we primarily focus on its effect on buyers and sellers. Lee Davenport makes the case for why fair housing extends to the inclusion of underrepresented real estate pros. Continue reading
The National Association of Realtors latest consumer survey revealed affordability is the main thing plaguing homebuyers, followed by discrimination, mortgage access and agent performance. Continue reading
At John L. Scott, we’re taking several steps to address the homeownership gap to make a difference in our communities. Continue reading
The lender will pay the Chicago homeowner $50K and provide mandatory training to its employees on fair lending and appraisals. Continue reading