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Jan. 2021 | Committed to fair housing for all
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COVID RELIEF BILL MAY HELP RENTERS KEEP THEIR HOUSING
Posted on January 19, 2021
As the COVID-19 pandemic persists, the number of renters behind on rent continues to rise. And so does the dire need for federal assistance. To support those struggling, the federal government recently passed a $2.3 trillion relief package. This support could help struggling renters remain in their housing — at least for a little longer.
WHAT WILL A NEW ADMINISTRATION MEAN FOR FAIR HOUSING?
Posted on December 17, 2020
The presidential administration and those appointed to cabinet positions—particularly the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development—have a direct impact on fair housing work. And the recent news that Northeast Ohio’s own Rep. Marcia Fudge has been nominated to lead HUD has a lot of people buzzing about housing. As President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris prepare to take office next month, many are wondering what the future of fair housing will look like under the new administration.
IS DISABILITY INCOME COSTING YOU LATE FEES ON RENT?
Posted on November 16, 2020
Most landlords set their rent due date for the first of the month. But for tenants who receive disability benefits, making rent on time can be hard. That’s because benefits like Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) often arrive after the first of the month. Thanks to fair housing laws, help is available. Reasonable accommodations can help tenants with disabilities to avoid racking up late fees every month. Residents can use their fair housing rights to request an altered rent due date, making it possible to pay their rent on time.
We're Hiring!

The Fair Housing Center is currently accepting applications for a full time (35 hours/week) Senior Investigations Coordinator. The Senior Investigations Coordinator is responsible for conducting fair housing investigation, enforcement, and advocacy activities. The Senior Investigations Coordinator directly supervises the Investigations Coordinator and Enforcement Intern and reports to the Associate Director. More information on job duties, qualifications, salary, and benefits available on our website.

To apply, please send cover letter, resume, writing sample and list of three professional references by email to:

Carrie Pleasants, Executive Director
Fair Housing Center for Rights & Research

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Visit www.thehousingcenter.org/jobs to learn more and apply today.
Upcoming Events
Fair Housing Law and City of Bedford CANO Ordinance Repeal Webinar for Tenants

Thursday, January 21, 2021
4:00 – 5:30 PM
If you are a tenant in the City of Bedford interested in learning more about your rights under fair housing law, register to attend this free virtual seminar, presented by the Fair Housing Center for Rights & Research. This webinar will provide an overview of fair housing law and the repeal of the City of Bedford Ordinance Section 511.12, the City’s Criminal Activity Nuisance Ordinance or CANO. Residents living outside of the City of Bedford are welcome to attend.
Fair Housing Law and City of Bedford CANO Ordinance Repeal
Webinar for Housing Providers

Thursday, January 28, 2021
4:00 – 6:30 PM
If you are a housing provider in the City of Bedford interested in learning more about your rights and responsibilities under fair housing law, register to attend this free virtual seminar, presented by the Fair Housing Center for Rights & Research. This webinar will provide an overview of fair housing law and the repeal of the City of Bedford Ordinance Section 511.12, the City’s Criminal Activity Nuisance Ordinance or CANO. Residents and housing providers living outside of the City of Bedford are welcome to attend.
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About Fair Housing Center for Rights & Research

The Fair Housing Center for Rights & Research (The Fair Housing Center) is a nonprofit fair housing organization whose mission is to protect and expand fair housing rights, eliminate housing discrimination, and promote integrated communities. The Fair Housing Center has been in existence for 35 years, beginning as the Metropolitan Strategy Group in 1983.
 
The federal Fair Housing Act of 1968 prohibits discrimination in the sale or rental of a dwelling on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status or disability. The purpose of the law is to eliminate housing discrimination and promote residential integration.
 
For more information visit www.thehousingcenter.org.