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ECOA

HUD Housing Counselors Glossary

Updated 10-31-2026

ECOA

The Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) is a federal law requiring lenders to make credit available equally without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, or receipt of income from public assistance programs.

HUD Housing Counselors Glossary

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HUD 4000.1 Glossary

Updated 10-31-2026

ECOA

Equal Credit Opportunity Act

HUD 4000.1 Glossary

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