The federal Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin. The same closing steps, taxes and documents apply to every buyer and seller, and this guide explains them the same way for everyone.
If you believe you have experienced housing discrimination, you can contact the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Education, not legal advice. Statutes, fees and forms change; every rule on this page links to the law or office that sets it. Your closing attorney and your contract decide what applies to your closing.
