Getting Down to the Facts about Fair Housing
$19.95
This course is iPad compatible. Discrimination can be subtle or overt and sometimes unintentional. It is crucial that real estate practitioners are aware of and compliant with the laws that govern housing discrimination.
This course looks at the history of fair housing and examines in depth the most pertinent legislation in force today. The Fair Housing Act of 1968 was the first major legislation that applied to residential housing. The Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 broadened the coverage, increased the enforcement policies of the Act and stiffened the penalties invoked for violation of the Act. Specific advertising policies are investigated and illustrated. The procedure for filing a complaint of discrimination are studied in detail and there are lots of hints on how to stay clear of discriminatory practices in sales, rentals and financing of real estate.
This course looks at the history of fair housing and examines in depth the most pertinent legislation in force today. The Fair Housing Act of 1968 was the first major legislation that applied to residential housing. The Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988 broadened the coverage, increased the enforcement policies of the Act and stiffened the penalties invoked for violation of the Act. Specific advertising policies are investigated and illustrated. The procedure for filing a complaint of discrimination are studied in detail and there are lots of hints on how to stay clear of discriminatory practices in sales, rentals and financing of real estate.
Chapter list:
1. A Historical Look at Fair Housing
2. Exemptions, Prohibited Actions, and Real-Life Court Cases
3. Handicaps and Familial Status
4. Advertising
5. Fair Housing Enforcement
6. Conclusion
Real Estate Continuing Education Course Ratings and Reviews
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Jennifer C from
Very informative, enjoyed the challenge, great renewal course!
Date published: 2020-12-30
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Bonnie W from
You have to take good notes - this class is a lot of dates and numbers that you need to remember.
Date published: 2020-07-12
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Ally M from
The course was very informative and covered all the required topics. men a computer novice like myself could use it.
Date published: 2020-06-23
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georgiane s from
Good course, user friendly
Date published: 2020-05-30