Fair Housing
A Connecticut buyer's agent is working with a same-sex couple. The seller's agent makes a disparaging comment about the buyers' relationship. Under Connecticut fair housing law:
AThe comment has no legal significance since it did not affect the transaction
BThis may violate Connecticut's fair housing protections for sexual orientation, and the buyers may file a complaint with CHRO✓ Correct
CThis only creates liability if the property sale was denied
DThe comment is protected free speech
Explanation
Connecticut's Human Rights and Opportunities Law prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation in housing and real estate services. Derogatory comments based on a buyer's sexual orientation may constitute a fair housing violation even if the ultimate transaction proceeds.
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