Fair Housing
A Connecticut seller tells their listing agent that they do not want to sell to buyers from a particular country. The listing agent must:
AFollow the seller's instructions since the seller owns the property
BRefuse the listing or refuse to follow the discriminatory instructions, as complying would violate the Fair Housing Act's prohibition on national origin discrimination✓ Correct
CFollow the instructions but document them carefully
DDisclose the preference to potential buyers to protect themselves
Explanation
An agent who follows a client's discriminatory instructions violates the Fair Housing Act and may face personal civil liability. The agent must refuse to implement any discriminatory marketing or selling restrictions and should advise the client of the law.
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