Fair Housing
What is 'blockbusting' (panic selling)?
AWhen a developer builds too many units in one area
BThe illegal practice of inducing owners to sell by suggesting that persons of a protected class are moving into the neighborhood, causing property values to decline✓ Correct
CWhen a landlord refuses to rent to families with children
DThe practice of listing a property below market value
Explanation
Blockbusting is the illegal practice of inducing homeowners to sell or rent by exploiting fears about racial or ethnic change in the neighborhood. It violates the Fair Housing Act and can result in license revocation and civil liability.
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