Fair Housing
Steering in real estate means:
ADirecting buyers toward certain properties based on protected class characteristics✓ Correct
BHelping a buyer navigate the homebuying process
CA lender refusing to make loans in certain areas
DGuiding a seller to price their home correctly
Explanation
Steering is the illegal practice of directing buyers or renters toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on their race, religion, national origin, or other protected characteristics. It violates the Fair Housing Act.
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