Fair Housing
Advertising a property as 'ideal for a young professional couple' is problematic because:
AIt is misleading about the property's features
BIt implies a preference based on familial status (excluding families with children) and possibly age✓ Correct
CIt is vague and provides no useful information
DIt violates RESPA advertising rules
Explanation
Advertising implying a preference for 'young' persons or 'couples without children' may suggest unlawful discrimination based on familial status (and possibly age), which are protected characteristics under fair housing law.
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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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