Racial steering

Definition

Racial steering is the practice where real estate agents and others direct prospective homeowners toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on their race. This discriminatory act reinforces racial segregation and limits equal housing opportunities.

Related terms

Redlining: The discriminatory practice by banks or other financial institutions of refusing loans or restricting services within specific geographic areas, often based on the racial composition of those areas.

Housing Discrimination: Unfair treatment of individuals in housing practices including rental, sales, lending, and insurance based on race, ethnicity, religion, sex, or national origin.

Segregation: The enforced separation of different racial groups in a country, community, or establishment, leading to inequality in resources and opportunities