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Discrimination and Sexual Harassment
Blacks, Civil Rights, and the Constitution
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By: MS Workers' Center for Human Rights
Credit Protection Laws Regarding Your Home
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The federal government has enacted laws to assist you in making informed credit decisions. These laws set standards for how you are to be treated. See what these are.
Discrimination in Housing
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This site explains your rights to fair housing. The Federal Civil Rights Act and the Fair Housing Act prohibit discrimination in the rental or purchase of privately owned real estate on the basis of race, skin color, religion, sex, family status, national origin or handicap.
Fair Housing Laws
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Link to the HUD web site containing comprehensive information about fair housing and links to the laws.
By: U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
Fair Housing: Equal Opportunity for All
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Comprehensive booklet containing information about the Fair Housing Act, what is prohibited under the law and what you can do if you are discriminated against.
By: U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
Housing Discrimination and Accommodation
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By: Lawyers.com
Housing Discrimination Complaints - HUD
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If you have been trying to buy or rent a home or apartment and you believe your rights have been violated, you can file a fair housing complaint. This site provides a means to file a complaint.
How To File a Complaint or Lawsuit
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By: MS Workers' Center for Human Rights
Mental Illness and Housing Discrimination
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This site contains many resources regarding discrimination towards people with mental illness.
Understanding the Home Mortgage Process
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This brochure explains about dealing with mortgage lenders. It tells you where to look, what to look for, and what takes place when you apply for a mortgage.
By: U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development
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Designated Counties for FEMA Relief
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Areas included in Hurricane Katrina Disaster Declaration
By: FEMA
Disaster Hurricane Contacting Your Mortgage Company
(Separate Website)
Information on contacting your mortgage company. Also info on seeking moratorium or other mortgage servicing.
By: Mortgage Bankers
Foreclosure FAQs
Frequently asked questions concerning mortgage foreclosure and steps to take when facing foreclosure.
By: North Mississippi Rural Legal Services-Oxford Office
Foreclosure Scam Video
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Federal Trade Commission Interview on Foreclosure Scams.
Foreclosure Scams 101 Video
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This is a quick look at some of the signs o mortgage foreclosure scams.
Foreclosure Trade Commission
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Another Potential Stress for Homeowners in Distress
By: Federal Trade Commission
Home Foreclosure and Debt Cancellation
(Separate Website)
Questions and Answers
By: Internal Revenue Service
Homeownership
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Avoiding Foreclosure in Mississippi
By: Housing and Urban Development
How To Claim Your Exemptions and Keep Your Essential Property
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