Fair Housing
What is 'steering' in the context of fair housing?
ADirecting a buyer toward a specific loan product
BThe illegal practice of guiding buyers or renters toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on protected class characteristics✓ Correct
CHelping a buyer navigate the purchase process
DDirecting an offer to the seller
Explanation
Steering is the illegal practice of directing homebuyers or renters toward or away from particular neighborhoods based on race, national origin, religion, or other protected class. Even 'well-intentioned' steering (e.g., suggesting a buyer would be more comfortable in a certain area) is illegal.
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