Fair Housing
Real estate professionals are often the first and primary point of contact for buyers, sellers, and renters in the real estate marketplace. Access to reliable fair housing resources is essential for brokers in order to help them navigate complex regulations with confidence and consistency. Quality resources, including federal guidance, state-level updates, or industry training tools, help brokers avoid regulatory violations, respond appropriately to client questions, and maintain ethical practices. Ultimately, staying connected to these resources strengthens a broker’s professionalism, protects their business, and reinforces trust within the communities they serve. Brokers would benefit from having the resources below in their toolkit.
North Carolina Real Estate Commission
- Provides fair housing guidance for brokers and consumers
- Offers continuing education courses with fair housing components
- Offers education and outreach for brokers and consumers
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
- Provides federal fair housing regulations, complaint procedures, and compliance guidelines
- Offers training materials and policy updates
- A foundational source for understanding national standards
- Offers fair housing training and simulations for members
- Offers a fair housing video and articles for non-members
Fair Housing Assistance Program (FHAP) Offices
HUD-certified state and local organizations that investigate complaints, offer education, and outreach programs
Fair Housing Organizations and Nonprofits
These organizations offer education, outreach, advocacy, and research