Fair Housing
Credit
Housing
Scams
Assistance
100

How many protected classes are there under the Federal Fair Housing Act?

7
100

What credit report doesn't affect your credit score?

Soft Pull

100

How many Senior HUD properties are there in Somerset County?

7

100

How often is someone's identity stolen in the U.S.?

Every 2 seconds

100

Should you have a Disaster Emergency Plan?

Yes

200

Who enforces Fair Housing?

NJ Dept of Civil Rights  (609) 292-4606

200

What can co-signing a loan affect?

Your Credit Score

200

How does a HUD subsidized property benefit residents?

Pays 30% of gross monthly income or rent (least expensive option)

200

Who is most likely to be targeted by a scam?

Older Adults

200

What maintenance tip should all homeowners know how to do?

Turn off the gas and water

300

What is an example of a Reasonable Accommodation?

Disabled parking space

300

What does closing a credit card do to your credit score?

Decreases it

300
What is SRAP?

State Rental Assistance Program

300

Can you be fined for not showing up for jury duty?

No

300

What is LIHEAP or USF?

Energy Assistance Programs

400

What is an example of a Reasonable Modification?

Grab bar in shower

400

What is Debt-to-Income Ratio (DTI)?

% of debt

400

What is used for the affordable housing program?

Income from any source

400

What is a popular scam targeting seniors?

Grandparent Scam

400

What to do if you are struggling to pay their mortgage?

Contact CJHRC 

500
Is a comfort animal, a pet?

No

500

What is not included in a DTI?

Groceries

500

Where can you find senior housing in Somerset County?

CJHRC's Senior Guide

500

What is "phishing"?

Fraudulent emails

500

What County program helps with simple home projects?

The Handyman Project

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