Fair Housing Statement

Vancouver Property Group
Avenir Gedarevich, Washington State Designated Broker, License #25011405
4305D NE Thurston Way, Vancouver, WA 98662
(360) 803-4020  |  info@sellvancouverwa.com

Our Commitment to Equal Housing Opportunity

Vancouver Property Group is committed to the letter and spirit of all fair housing laws. We believe that every person deserves access to housing free from discrimination, and we uphold that commitment in every transaction, every client interaction, and every marketing practice.

We are an Equal Opportunity real estate brokerage.

Federal Fair Housing Act

The Federal Fair Housing Act (42 U.S.C. §§ 3601–3619) prohibits discrimination in the sale, rental, financing, or terms and conditions of housing based on the following federally protected classes:

  • Race
  • Color
  • National Origin
  • Religion
  • Sex
  • Familial Status (including families with children under 18, pregnant women, and those with custody of minor children)
  • Disability (physical and mental disabilities, including requiring a reasonable accommodation or modification)

Prohibited conduct under the Federal Fair Housing Act includes, but is not limited to:

  • Refusing to sell, rent, or negotiate housing based on a protected class
  • Making housing unavailable or setting different terms and conditions based on a protected class
  • Providing different or inferior services or facilities
  • Steering clients toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on protected class
  • Discriminatory advertising or representations
  • Denying or delaying a reasonable accommodation or modification for a person with a disability
  • Retaliating against a person for asserting their fair housing rights

Washington State Law Against Discrimination

Washington State's Law Against Discrimination (RCW 49.60) provides broader protections than federal law. In addition to the seven federal protected classes, Washington law prohibits housing discrimination based on:

  • Sexual Orientation
  • Gender Identity or Expression
  • Veteran or Military Status
  • Use of Section 8 or Other Housing Vouchers — Under RCW 59.18.255 and RCW 49.60.222, it is unlawful to refuse to rent to, or otherwise discriminate against, a person because they use a Housing Choice (Section 8) voucher or other government housing assistance.
  • Marital Status
  • Honorably Discharged Veteran or Military Status
  • Participation in the Address Confidentiality Program (for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking)
  • Citizenship or Immigration Status (in certain contexts)
  • Ancestry
  • Creed
  • Sensory, Mental, or Physical Disability

What This Means in Practice

Vancouver Property Group does not and will not:

  • Discriminate in client selection, representation, or service based on any protected class under federal or Washington State law
  • Engage in steering — directing clients toward or away from neighborhoods, properties, or communities based on the demographic composition of those areas
  • Use discriminatory language in marketing, advertising, or client communications
  • Refuse to show properties based on the buyer's or renter's protected class
  • Provide different quality of service to any client based on protected characteristics
  • Discourage or penalize a client for asserting their fair housing rights

All clients of Vancouver Property Group are entitled to the same high standard of professional service, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, source of income, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodations and Modifications

We will provide reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities in our services and communications. If you require an accommodation to access our services — including alternative formats for documents, accessible meeting locations, or other adjustments — please contact us at (360) 803-4020 or info@sellvancouverwa.com. We will make good-faith efforts to meet your needs.

How to File a Fair Housing Complaint

If you believe you have been a victim of housing discrimination, you have the right to file a complaint. Complaints may be filed with:

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

  • Online: hud.gov/fairhousing
  • Phone: 1-800-669-9777 (TTY: 1-800-927-9275)
  • Mail: HUD Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity, 451 7th Street S.W., Washington, DC 20410
  • You have one year from the date of the alleged discriminatory act to file a complaint with HUD.

Washington State Human Rights Commission (WSHRC)

  • Online: hum.wa.gov
  • Phone: 1-800-233-3247
  • Mail: Washington State Human Rights Commission, 711 South Capitol Way, Suite 402, Olympia, WA 98504
  • You have six months from the alleged discriminatory act to file with the WSHRC under state law.

Private Legal Action

You also have the right to file a private lawsuit in federal or state court within two years of an alleged violation of the Federal Fair Housing Act. An attorney experienced in fair housing matters can advise you on the best course of action for your situation.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our fair housing practices or believe you have experienced discrimination in connection with a Vancouver Property Group transaction, please contact us directly:

  • Vancouver Property Group
  • 4305D NE Thurston Way, Vancouver, WA 98662
  • Phone: (360) 803-4020
  • Email: info@sellvancouverwa.com

We take all fair housing concerns seriously and will respond promptly.