Fair Housing
A sex harassment claim under the Fair Housing Act may arise when:
AA landlord increases rent for all tenants
BA landlord conditions housing benefits or threatens adverse action based on a tenant's response to unwanted sexual advances✓ Correct
CTwo tenants have a dispute about noise
DA landlord enforces lease terms inconsistently
Explanation
Sexual harassment in housing (quid pro quo or hostile environment) violates the Fair Housing Act's prohibition on sex discrimination. A landlord who conditions housing benefits on sexual favors or creates a hostile housing environment through sexual conduct is engaging in illegal sex discrimination.
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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.
Net Operating Income (NOI)The annual income generated by an income-producing property after subtracting operating expenses, but before debt service.
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.
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.
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