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HUD takes first step to revive Obama-era AFFH rule

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HUD has filed the notice needed to reinstate Obama-era Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing enforcement rules, which were repealed in September 2020. Continue reading →

18 real estate agents from New York at risk of losing license

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The New York Department of State has launched 132 investigations into housing bias, which include allegations from Newsday’s “Long Island Divided” report. Continue reading →

Real (Estate) Talk: How one city is leading the charge to repair the past

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In the first of its kind, Evanston, Illinois, has created a reparations program that seeks to begin the process of redressing harm from the housing industry. Let’s talk about reparations and Evanston’s groundbreaking initiative. Continue reading →

Lawsuit accuses 88 landlords and brokerages — including Compass and Corcoran — of discrimination

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The lawsuit filed in federal court in Manhattan on Monday by watchdog group the Housing Rights Initiative claims the New York City brokerages and landlords in question have discriminated against people with housing vouchers. Continue reading →

The industry needs to demand more of fair housing education for agents

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NAR needs to be the driver of better fair housing education, demanding local associations educate their members in a meaningful fashion. Continue reading →

What steering is and how to avoid it

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In light of the explosive “Newsday” article, here is a look at what steering is, why it’s critical to fully understand it and how to avoid it both personally and for your brokerage. Continue reading →

Agent bias on Long Island puts national spotlight on discriminatory practices

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A three-year investigation into housing discrimination by Newsday has elicited strong reactions from the real estate industry. Continue reading →

Builder of Brooklyn condo charged with violating the Fair Housing Act

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HUD charged a team of design and construction professionals with discrimination for failing to build accessible housing in a Brooklyn condo development. Continue reading →

HUD moves forward with ‘disparate impact’ proposal

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Activists argue the change will make it easier for businesses and landlords to discriminate and harder for tenants to bring lawsuits for housing discrimination.  Continue reading →

President Donald Trump holds Realtors in the palm of his hand

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Most were pleased with Trump’s performance and identified with him as a real estate businessman. Continue reading →