Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act, a real estate broker who publishes an advertisement saying 'ideal for young professionals, no children' is:
AA. Allowed, since it is just descriptive
BB. Violating the FHA by indicating a preference against families with children (familial status discrimination)✓ Correct
CC. Allowed if only published online
DD. Allowed in states without fair housing laws
Explanation
Advertisements that express a preference, limitation, or discrimination based on a protected class violate the FHA. 'No children' indicates a preference against families with children, which is familial status discrimination.
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Fair Housing Act
Federal law prohibiting discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and familial status.
SteeringAn illegal practice where a real estate agent directs buyers toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on the buyer's race, religion, national origin, or other protected characteristics.
BlockbustingAn illegal practice of inducing homeowners to sell by claiming that the entry of minority groups will lower property values.
RedliningAn illegal practice where lenders or insurers deny services or charge higher rates in certain neighborhoods based on the racial or ethnic composition of those areas.
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