Fair HousingIntermediateCalifornia Exam

Which California law requires sellers and agents to provide specific disclosures about property condition to buyers in residential transactions?

ACalifornia Business and Professions Code §10177, consistent with federal Fair Housing Act protections
BCalifornia Civil Code §1102 (Transfer Disclosure Statement law)Correct
CCalifornia Health and Safety Code §25249.5, per standard fair housing compliance practice
DCalifornia Government Code §65940, under federal and California fair housing law

Why California Civil Code §1102 (Transfer Disclosure Statement law) Is Correct

Answer B: California Civil Code §1102 (Transfer Disclosure Statement law)

California Civil Code §1102 requires sellers of residential real property to complete a Transfer Disclosure Statement (TDS), which includes disclosures about known property conditions and defects. Fair housing obligations are separately reinforced through FEHA and the Unruh Civil Rights Act.

Exam Tip: Fair Housing

Fair Housing questions test both federal (Fair Housing Act of 1968) and state-level protected classes. The federal protected classes are race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, and disability. Many states add additional protections.

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