Was a single mother unfairly denied housing simply because she had a child? Dive into United States versus Jacqueline Fox and Vintage View to LLC, a compelling Oklahoma case where a pre-approved applicant was allegedly turned away the moment familial status was mentioned.
Discover the critical lessons property professionals must learn about discouraging families, inconsistent screening, and the heavy consequences of Fair Housing Act violations. Don’t miss this essential deep dive into protecting familial status rights.
Timestamps/Highlights:
- 00:00 – Case Overview: Familial Status Discrimination Allegation in Oklahoma
- 01:28 – The Critical Moment: Applicant Mentions Three-Year-Old Son
- 02:12 – Suspicious Denial: Approval Reversed After Learning About the Child
- 02:35 – Damaging Evidence: The Owner’s Acknowledging Text Message
- 03:12 – HUD Investigation: Owner Admits Discouraging Families with Children
- 04:10 – Broader Impact: Why ‘Kid-Friendly’ Statements are also Violations
- 04:41 – Legal Consequences: Seeking Injunctive Relief and Monetary Damages
- 05:29 – Key Takeaways: Familial Status Protection and HOPA
- 05:50 – Fair Housing Lesson: Why ‘Not Kid-Friendly’ Statements Violate the Law
- 06:17 – Consistency is Key: Avoiding Discriminatory Screening After-the-Fact
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