The Unruh Civil Rights Act is a state-level law that expands fair housing protections. However, in Alabama, additional fair housing protections beyond federal law are:
Why Determined by the Alabama Legislature and may vary by locality Is Correct
Answer B: Determined by the Alabama Legislature and may vary by locality
Exam Tip: Fair Housing
Fair Housing questions test both federal (Fair Housing Act of 1968) and state-level protected classes. The federal protected classes are race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, and disability. Many states add additional protections.
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Federal law prohibiting discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and familial status.
Transfer TaxA tax imposed by state or local governments when real property ownership is transferred, typically based on the sale price.
SteeringAn illegal practice where a real estate agent directs buyers toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on the buyer's race, religion, national origin, or other protected characteristics.
BlockbustingAn illegal practice of inducing homeowners to sell by claiming that the entry of minority groups will lower property values.
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