FinanceIntermediateCalifornia Exam

Which federal law prohibits lenders from discriminating against borrowers based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, or disability when making mortgage loans?

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CThe Fair Housing ActCorrect
DThe Equal Credit Opportunity Act

Why The Fair Housing Act Is Correct

Answer C: The Fair Housing Act

While both the Fair Housing Act and ECOA prohibit credit discrimination, the Fair Housing Act specifically covers the protected classes listed (race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, handicap) in residential real estate transactions including mortgage lending.

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