Testing is an investigative tool utilizing trained individuals to gather credible information about housing practices. Similar to mystery shoppers, testers pose as renters or buyers of real estate in order to determine whether unlawful housing discrimination is occurring.
Testing ensures that:
The work accomplished through The Fair Housing Center’s testing program is vital to ensure equal housing opportunity within our community. The valuable experience of being a tester allows you to give back to the community and serve in the fight for justice.
Testers receive a stipend based on the type of test that is conducted, and mileage is also reimbursed under certain circumstances.
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If The Fair Housing Center wasn’t around, there really wouldn’t be anyone who’s making certain that there’s an equal playing field…when it comes to housing.
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Fair housing laws protect you from housing discrimination based on a protected class. Protected classes include race, color, national origin, sex, religion, familial status, disability, military status*, sexual orientation, gender identity, source of income**, and immigration status**. Fair housing laws cover almost every aspect of the housing market, including applications, rentals, purchases, loans, and insurance for housing. The Fair Housing Center assists victims of housing discrimination.
* State Protection
** Local Protection
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