House Digest, January 25, 2023, Bad Home Advice Dished Out On House Hunters
This glossing-over effect signals that race, sexual orientation, and other facets of a person’s identity are irrelevant in the home-buying process. As The New York Times highlights, black families have historically found it much harder to secure a mortgage loan than white families. Same-sex couples could also face an uphill battle in securing funding (via National Community Reinvestment Coalition). This is certainly not the case for every home buyer in a marginalized group. However, these buyers should be prepared with knowledge of these facts and the drive to overcome any adversity.
