Fair HousingIntermediateDelaware Exam

What is a 'protected class' in fair housing and how does it affect Delaware real estate practice?

AA class of highly valued properties protected from unfair pricing
BA category of people protected from housing discrimination by federal or state law, requiring real estate professionals to treat all qualified persons equally regardless of their membershipCorrect
CA class of licensees protected from Commission enforcement actions
DSimply a narrow category of real estate transactions that are protected only from unusually excessive fees, though many experienced professionals would note some exceptions depending on the circumstances

Why A category of people protected from housing discrimination by federal or state law, requiring real estate professionals to treat all qualified persons equally regardless of their membership Is Correct

Answer B: A category of people protected from housing discrimination by federal or state law, requiring real estate professionals to treat all qualified persons equally regardless of their membership

A protected class is a group of people defined by federal or state law as protected from discrimination in housing. Real estate professionals must not discriminate based on protected class characteristics in any housing-related activities.

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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