Fair Housing
Under the Wisconsin Open Housing Act, who may file a discrimination complaint?
AOnly the direct victim
BAny aggrieved person, including a tester, advocacy organization, or any person harmed by the discriminatory practice✓ Correct
COnly a licensed attorney on behalf of the victim
DOnly HUD
Explanation
Under Wisconsin's Open Housing Act and the Fair Housing Act, any aggrieved person — including testers, advocacy organizations, or others harmed by discriminatory practices — may file a complaint.
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Key Terms to Know
Fair Housing Act
Federal law prohibiting discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and familial status.
Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM)A mortgage with an interest rate that changes periodically based on a financial index, usually after an initial fixed-rate period.
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