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When making any posting on HouseSpin, you must comply with  section 3604(c) of the FHA. This law generally prohibits stating, in any notice or ad for the sale or rental of a dwelling, a discriminatory preference based on any of the following protected categories:
- Race or Color
- National Origin
- Religion
- Sex
- Familial Status
- Handicap / Disability
The Fair Housing Act provides additional protections, and limited exceptions, that are explained in publications from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development ("HUD") and the Department of Justice.
HUD has issued guidance on advertising, including for roommates.
You may report housing discrimination to HUD at 1-800-669-9777, or to a fair housing advocate near you.
If you encounter a housing listing on HouseSpin that you believe violates the Fair Housing laws, please click the flag content.
State lawsoften prohibit discrimination based on other factors (e.g. sexual orientation, age, marital status, or source of income).
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