What often happened to black families that tried to move into white neighborhoods?

Black families that attempted to move into white neighborhoods often faced significant hostility and resistance, including harassment, violence, and discrimination from white residents. In many cases, real estate agents and neighborhood associations would employ tactics to prevent these families from settling in, such as refusing to sell or rent properties to them or using legal barriers like restrictive covenants. This systemic racism contributed to the enforcement of racial segregation in housing and communities, limiting opportunities for black families.