UNDER THE FEDERAL FAIR HOUSING ACT, IT IS ILLEGAL, ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RELIGION, SEX, HANDICAP, OR FAMILIAL STATUS (HAVING CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 18) TO: Deny a loan, for the purpose of purchasing, constructing, improving, repairing, or maintaining a dwelling, or to deny any loan secured by a dwelling; or Discriminate in fixing the amount, interest rate, duration, application procedures, or other terms or conditions of such a loan, or in appraising property.

Think You’ve Faced Housing Discrimination in Florida?

You have rights — and help is available.

If you believe you’ve been treated unfairly in housing because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or family status, you can file a complaint:

Florida Commission on Human Relations (FCHR)
📞 1-800-342-8170 | 🌐 fchr.myflorida.com

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
📞 1-800-669-9777 | 🌐 hud.gov/fairhousing

You can file with one or both agencies — they often work together. Keep any proof, such as emails, texts, leases, or ads, to support your case.