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Fair Housing: Protecting Your Property and Your Residence


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Live Webinar  | August 11, 2026  | 10am-1pm CT

Live Webinar  | August 11, 2026  | 10am-1pm CT | 3hrs CEC

Fair Housing is more than rigid rules to memorize. It is the foundation of a successful, inclusive operation. This 3-
hour virtual training goes beyond standard definitions to explore the "why" behind the Fair Housing Act (FHA).
Designed for site staff, leasing professionals, and property managers, this session bridges historical context and real-world application. Participants will explore how systemic issues shaped today’s regulations, examine the costs of
non-compliance, and learn daily protocols that guarantee an equitable experience. By understanding the intent
behind the laws, professionals are empowered to move from risk avoidance to proactive compliance excellence.

 

The Foundation & The "Why" Behind the FHA
- The Historical Roadmap: A look into the passage of the Fair Housing - Act of 1968.
- The 7 Protected Classes: A close look into federally protected classes.
The Daily Operations
- Standardizing interactions so every email, call, and tour delivers a fair, welcoming experience.
- How fair housing applies to social media, reviews, and virtual leasing.
- Legal Framework
- Disability civil rights laws, Section 504, FHAA, ADA, and design requirements.
Reasonable Accommodations & Modification
- Accommodations vs. Modifications: Protocols for processing policy exceptions and structural changes.
- How to verify service and emotional support animal (ESA) requests while maintaining legal boundaries.
Fair Housing and Maintenance Policies & Work Orders
- Implementing fair policies and handling work orders.
- Maintenance Duties & Tenant Relations: Responsibilities and best practices.
The Cost of Fair Housing Violations
- Financial Penalties and Damages: The legal, financial, and operational risks of non-compliance.
- How consistent documentation, communication, and decision-making reduce risks. 

Receive a certificate of attendance with 3 hours of continuing education.

You can log into your account anytime to access your Certificate, Course Instructions, and Venue information.

 

 

Program Agenda

 

Day 1

9am - 12pm Central Time

Short breaks provided

  • Overview: Introduction to Fair Housing principles
  • The Fair Housing Act: Overview of the Act and its protections
  • Discrimination: Identifying and preventing housing discrimination
  • Protected Characteristics: Understanding who is protected under federal law
  • Prohibited Actions & Sexual Harassment: Recognizing illegal practices and addressing harassment
  • Disparate Impact & VAWA: Examining unintentional discrimination and protections for abuse survivors
  • Advertising & Accessibility: Guidelines for inclusive advertising and accommodating disabilities
  • Reasonable Accommodations & Modifications: Obligations for supporting individuals with disabilities
  • Legal Framework: Disability, civil rights laws, Section 504, FHAA, ADA, and Design Requirements
  • Assistance Animals & Marijuana: Rules for support animals and navigating marijuana-related housing issues

 

 

 

Completion

The following certificates are awarded when the course is completed:

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