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Episode 8: Queer Buyer Protections: Fair Housing Laws, Avoiding Discrimination, and Knowing Your Rights

Episode 8: Queer Buyer Protections: Fair Housing Laws, Avoiding Discrimination, and Knowing Your Rights

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 Interested in moving to Portland Metro, North Oregon Coast, or Southwest Washington? Schedule a call with Alexandra Starrett (She/Her) on ⁠Calendly⁠.Follow ⁠@StarrettRealtyGroup⁠ on Instagram. Need an affirming Agent, Lender, Title Rep, etc.? DM me on Instagram and I will recommend or find and interview folks for you; everyone deserved to feel supported in this process, every step of the way.Check out ⁠https://www.starrettrealtygroup.com/⁠ for events, info, and more.Buying a home as a queer person can feel intimidating; but you have legal protections, ethical backing, and community support on your side. In this episode, Alexandra Starrett (she/her), REALTOR® and host of Queer Keys, breaks down what every LGBTQ+ homebuyer should know about fair housing laws, professional ethics, and your rights when discrimination occurs.• The Fair Housing Act and how HUD’s 2021 clarification officially protects sexual orientation and gender identity under “sex discrimination.”• Oregon and Washington’s state-level protections, which add safeguards for gender expression, marital status, and domestic partnership.• The NAR Code of Ethics that every REALTOR® must follow, including Article 10 which explicitly prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.• How to recognize subtle bias, such as steering, appraisal undervaluation, or selective lending practices.• What to do if you experience discrimination and how to report it effectively.• How OPEN (Organization for Polyamory and Ethical Non-monogamy) is working to expand protections for family and relationship structure, with new policies expected in Oregon in 2026.Not all forms of discrimination are illegal yet, but advocacy is closing the gap. Understanding your rights today helps protect you and strengthens equality for the next generation of buyers.Federal Fair Housing Information:👉 HUD Fair Housing & Equal OpportunityState-Level Protections:🏳️‍🌈 Fair Housing Council of Oregon🌲 Washington State Human Rights CommissionREALTOR® Ethics and Advocacy:📘 NAR Code of Ethics and Standards of PracticeAdvocacy for Family and Relationship Structure:💜 Organization for Polyamory and Ethical Non-Monogamy (OPEN)Document what happened, including names, dates, and written communication.Contact your state Fair Housing agency or file a federal complaint with HUD.If it involves a REALTOR®, file an Ethics Complaint with your local REALTOR® association.Complaints are free to file, confidential, and essential to protecting fair housing for everyone.Owning a home is about more than property; it is about safety, belonging, and stability. If you or someone you know is struggling with identity-based stress or discrimination:🧡 The Trevor Project — 24/7 crisis support for LGBTQ+ youth through chat, text, or phone.☎️ 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — available 24/7 for anyone in emotional distress or crisis.You are not alone. You deserve safe housing, fair treatment, and peace of mind.🏠 StarrettRealtyGroup.com📸 Instagram: @StarrettRealtyGroupIf you are buying in Oregon or Washington and want an affirming REALTOR® who understands both the legal landscape and the lived experience of our community, Alexandra is ready to help you find your keys with confidence.Inclusive service. Ethical guidance. Lasting impact.🎧 Listen, learn, and share Queer Keys; every door deserves to open.💡 What You’ll Learn⚖️ Key Resources🏡 What To Do If Discrimination Happens🌈 Support and Safety Resources✨ Connect with Alexandra
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