A federal housing law protects tenants from unlawful discrimination in the sale or rental of residential property. The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in most residential real estate-related transactions. The law includes the following provisions:
Bans residential discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, handicap, familial status, or national origin.
Bars advertisements and publications that suggest any preference, limitation, or discrimination (e.g., adults-only in a particular complex or section).
Prohibits discrimination in the terms or conditions of the sale or rent of a dwelling
Bans discriminating against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, handicap, familial status, or national origin in the use of facilities associated with the dwelling.
Forbids discriminatory assignment of a person to a particular section of a complex or to a particular floor of a building.
For more information about Fair Housing, you may contact the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development at HUD.gov or the Arkansas Fair Housing Commission at FairHousing.Arkansas.gov.
Tips:
Always read the lease agreement before signing and keep a copy for your files.
Both oral and written lease agreements are binding. However, it is better to have a written agreement so there are no misunderstandings about each party’s responsibilities.
Always pay your rent on time.
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