Understanding Housing Discrimination in Florida: Your Rights and How to Act Housing discrimination is a serious violation of fair housing laws that can deny individuals and families a place to call home based on unfair and illegal biases. In Florida, both federal and state laws protect residents from such practices. This article will break down what constitutes housing discrimination, your protected rights in the Sunshine State, and the essential steps you can take if you believe you’ve been unfairly treated. What is Housing Discrimination? At its core, housing discrimination involves treating someone differently in the rental, sale, or financing of housing based on their membership in a protected class. It’s not just about blatant refusals; it can be subtle, impacting terms, conditions, or privileges of a housing transaction. Federal Fair Housing Act vs. Florida Fair Housing Act The primary federal law combating housing discrimination is the Fair Housin...