Fair Housing
A property advertised as 'perfect for empty nesters' would be scrutinized for potential:
AAge discrimination only
BFamilial status discrimination by implying it is not suitable for families with children✓ Correct
CSex discrimination
DReligious discrimination
Explanation
Phrases that imply a preference for adults without children ('empty nesters,' 'quiet building,' 'adults preferred') can constitute familial status discrimination under the Fair Housing Act.
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Key Terms to Know
Fair Housing Act
Federal law prohibiting discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and familial status.
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.
RedliningAn illegal practice where lenders or insurers deny services or charge higher rates in certain neighborhoods based on the racial or ethnic composition of those areas.
State-Specific Concepts
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