Fair housing is the law of the land, and real estate professionals play an important role in eliminating barriers to housing. New Jersey, like other states, has its own fair housing laws which are in addition to federal laws prohibiting discrimination. This course examines the protections afforded by the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination and the Fair Chance in Housing Act, and describes real estate licensees' duties to provide services in compliance with both federal and state law. The course also examines the process for filing a discrimination complaint with the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights.

This course meets the one-hour fair housing continuing education requirement for New Jersey licensees.

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

• recognize the protected classes under the federal Fair Housing Act
• identify and avoid housing discrimination under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination
• describe how to comply with the Fair Chance in Housing Act
• describe the process for filing a discrimination complaint with the Division on Civil Rights
• explain the enforcement process and penalties that may be imposed for violations
• comply with all fair housing requirements applicable to property owners and real estate professionals

Licensed brokers and salespersons in New Jersey who are renewing their licenses