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Types of Lending Discrimination The courts have recognized three methods of proof of lending discrimination under the ECOA and the FHAct: Overt evidence of disparate treatment; ? Comparative evidence of disparate treatment; and ? Evidence of disparate impact.
A creditor must notify an applicant of action taken on the applicant's request for credit, whether favorable or adverse, within 30 days after receiving a completed application.
The notice must either disclose the applicant's right to a statement of specific reasons within 30 days, or give the primary reasons each creditor relied upon in taking the adverse action - clearly indicating which reasons relate to which creditor.
ECOA makes it illegal for lenders to discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age, the receipt of public assistance, and the applicant's exercise of specific consumer protection laws.
Prohibits creditors from discriminating against credit applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age, because an applicant receives income from a public assistance program, or because an applicant has in good faith exercised any right under the Consumer Credit Protection
Imposing unfair terms or conditions on a loan (such as lower loan amount or higher interest rates) based on personal characteristics protected under the ECOA. Asking detailed personal information regarding marital status, such as whether you are widowed or divorced.
A statement of action taken by the creditor. Either a statement of the specific reasons for the action taken or a disclosure of the applicant's right to a statement of specific reasons and the name, address, and telephone number of the person or office from which this information can be obtained.
The Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) prohibits discrimination in any aspect of a credit transaction. It applies to any extension of credit, including extensions of credit to small businesses, corporations, partnerships, and trusts.