
Fair Housing Act (1968): Prohibits discrimination in housing based on 7 protected classes. Expanded over time.
RESPA (Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act): Requires disclosure of all settlement costs. Prohibits kickbacks between settlement service providers. Mandates Loan Estimate and Closing Disclosure (now under TRID).
TILA (Truth in Lending Act): Requires disclosure of APR and loan terms. Gives borrowers 3-day right of rescission on refinances.
TRID (TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure): Combined TILA and RESPA disclosures into Loan Estimate (within 3 days of application) and Closing Disclosure (3 days before closing).
Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA): Prohibits discrimination in lending based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age, or public assistance income.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Commercial buildings and public accommodations must provide reasonable access for people with disabilities.
Do Not Call Registry: Agents cannot call numbers on the national registry without prior consent.
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