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Fair Housing – Business or Personal?

In the world of property management, making the right decisions can sometimes feel like a delicate balancing act. Especially when it comes to fair housing laws, which require a combination of knowledge, emotional control, and a strong focus on compliance. However, it’s crucial to remember that fair housing decisions must always be approached from a […]

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The Fair Housing Institute’s Impact on the Property Management Industry – Celebrating 100 Episodes

Reaching the 100th episode of “Fair Housing Insiders” is not just a milestone—it’s a vibrant celebration of our collective journey in the property management industry. We have witnessed our incredible crew and community nurture this series into a cornerstone of knowledge and support, focusing on the critical issues of fair housing law compliance. Our Shared

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Marital Status – What Is It?

Imagine you’re a property manager with a couple eager to rent one of your apartments. They’re respectful, financially stable, and perfect tenants in every way—except they’re not legally married, and your property has a policy against this. What do you need to know? In this article, we unpack the complexities of marital status in property

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The Property Management Impact of HUD’s New Guidance

The rules of fair housing are evolving yet again. On April 29th, 2024, HUD released new guidance, and on May 2nd, it announced these new notices in a press release. These updates focus not only on AI but also on changes to the screening and advertising processes, especially as they pertain to private market housing.

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The Supreme Court's Ruling on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

The Supreme Court’s Ruling on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

Bostock v. Clayton County Update 02/24/2021 President Biden signed an Executive Order on January 25, 2021, requiring protections of LGBTQ people in housing, health care, and education. The Executive Order cites the recent Supreme Court decision, Bostock v. Clayton County, that held that the prohibition against sex discrimination in the Equal Employment Act prohibits discrimination on

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