DETOUR Realty ("DETOUR," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to providing equal professional real estate services to all people. We support the letter and spirit of federal, state, and local fair housing laws and will not tolerate discrimination in any housing-related activity.
1. Our Commitment
DETOUR Realty affirms that every person has the right to buy, sell, lease, rent, finance, and enjoy housing free from discrimination.
We are dedicated to providing equal opportunity in housing and to treating all clients, customers, prospects, and members of the public with fairness, dignity, and respect.
2. Protected Classes
In accordance with the federal Fair Housing Act and applicable state and local laws, DETOUR Realty does not discriminate based on:
Race; Color; Religion; Sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity, as protected by applicable law); National origin; Familial status (including presence of children under 18 and pregnancy); or Disability (physical or mental).
Where state or local law provides broader protections (for example, source of income, age, marital status, military/veteran status, or other protected categories), DETOUR Realty complies with those requirements as well.
3. Prohibited Conduct
DETOUR Realty agents, employees, and representatives may not:
Refuse to show, sell, rent, negotiate, or otherwise make housing unavailable based on a protected characteristic; Provide different terms, conditions, privileges, services, or information based on a protected characteristic; Steer clients toward or away from neighborhoods, buildings, or listings based on a protected characteristic; Make statements, suggestions, or implications that housing is unavailable or less desirable because of a protected characteristic; Use discriminatory criteria in screening, pricing, showing, marketing, or negotiation; or Retaliate against any person for exercising fair housing rights or assisting in a fair housing investigation.
4. Advertising and Marketing
All advertising and marketing by DETOUR Realty and its agents must be non-discriminatory in content, targeting, and placement.
We prohibit language, imagery, targeting practices, or selection criteria that express, imply, or result in discrimination against protected classes.
Where required or appropriate, DETOUR Realty uses the Equal Housing Opportunity logo/statement in advertising and materials.
5. Agent Expectations
All DETOUR Realty agents and affiliated licensees are expected to:
Know and follow fair housing laws applicable to their practice; Provide equal professional service to all clients and customers; Avoid assumptions, stereotypes, or coded language about people or neighborhoods; Promptly escalate questions or concerns to brokerage leadership; and Complete required fair housing education and company compliance training.
6. Client Expectations
DETOUR Realty will not accept instructions from clients that require unlawful discrimination.
If a client requests that housing opportunities be limited, prioritized, or excluded based on a protected characteristic, DETOUR Realty will refuse that request and may terminate the representation if necessary to remain in compliance with law and this Statement.
7. Reporting Concerns
Anyone who believes they have experienced or witnessed discriminatory conduct involving DETOUR Realty, its agents, or its services is encouraged to report it promptly.
Reports may be submitted to:
DETOUR Realty Compliance / Brokerage Leadership Email: info@detourrealty.com Phone: 713-320-8784 Mailing Address: 1300 McGowen Street Houston, Texas 77004
DETOUR will review reported concerns and take appropriate action, which may include coaching, corrective measures, discipline, or termination of affiliation, consistent with company policy and applicable law.
8. Training and Compliance
DETOUR Realty maintains policies, supervision practices, and training designed to support fair housing compliance.
Agents are responsible for staying current on fair housing obligations in the markets they serve.
9. Additional Resources
For information about fair housing rights and complaint processes, individuals may also contact:
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD): https://www.hud.gov/fairhousing HUD Fair Housing Complaint Hotline: 1-800-669-9777 Applicable state or local human rights / civil rights agencies
10. Contact
Questions about this Fair Housing Statement may be directed to:
DETOUR Realty Email: info@detourrealty.com Phone: 713-320-8784 1300 McGowen Street Houston, Texas 77004