A few days ago, I blogged about how easy and inexpensive it is these days to pursue a fair housing complaint against a landlord, property manager, or other housing professional whom you believe has discriminated against you.
But before you rush to file a complaint, take a moment to think about what you're about to do. Formally accusing someone of violating a federal law such as the Fair Housing Act (FHA) is serious business. Not only should you feel confident that you have a strong case, but you'll also want to know that you're mentally and emotionally prepared to see the case through to its end, even if the result turns out to be unfavorable.
Find out what issues you should consider before filing by reading my article, "Before You File a Fair Housing Claim" for About.com.
Return tomorrow for the twenty-fourth part of this special "Fair Housing Month" feature at Fairhousingblog.com.
1 comment:
I would like to see more covering the area of Retaliation. Under Title VIII it is unlawful to "interfere, coerce, intimidate or threaten" someone enjoying or excercising Civil Rights, OR assisting others in enjoying or exercising Civil Rights. It is surprising how much of that is going on unchecked.
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