Fair Housing Statement

SellAndBuys is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local fair housing laws. We are pledged to the letter and spirit of U.S. policy for the achievement of equal housing opportunity throughout the Nation. We encourage and support an affirmative advertising and marketing program in which there are no barriers to obtaining housing because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin.

The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing based on:

• Race
• Color
• National Origin
• Religion
• Sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation)
• Familial Status (including children under 18, pregnant women, and people securing custody of children)
• Disability

These protections apply to the sale, rental, and financing of housing, as well as to advertising related to housing.

Under the Fair Housing Act, it is illegal to:

• Refuse to rent or sell housing
• Refuse to negotiate for housing
• Make housing unavailable
• Set different terms, conditions, or privileges for sale or rental
• Provide different housing services or facilities
• Falsely deny that housing is available for inspection, sale, or rental
• Deny access to or membership in a facility or service related to the sale or rental of housing
• Advertise or make any statement that indicates a limitation or preference based on protected characteristics

All property listings on SellAndBuys must comply with fair housing advertising guidelines. Listings should describe the property and its features, not the type of person the owner prefers as a buyer or tenant.

Acceptable Language:

• "Spacious 3-bedroom apartment"
• "Close to public transportation"
• "Quiet neighborhood"
• "Modern kitchen with new appliances"

Prohibited Language:

• "Perfect for young professionals" (age/familial status)
• "No children" (familial status)
• "Christian community" (religion)
• "Able-bodied only" (disability)
• "English speakers only" (national origin)

If you believe you have experienced housing discrimination, you can file a complaint with:

• U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
  Phone: 1-800-669-9777 (Voice) or 1-800-927-9275 (TTY)
  Website: www.hud.gov/fairhousing/fileacomplaint
• Your local fair housing agency

To report a listing on SellAndBuys that you believe violates fair housing laws, please use the "Report Listing" feature on any property page or contact us directly.