Fair Housing
What is 'blockbusting' in real estate?
ABuying distressed properties at below market value
BInducing owners to sell by suggesting that members of a protected class are moving into the area✓ Correct
CRedeveloping entire city blocks
DSteering buyers toward specific neighborhoods
Explanation
Blockbusting (panic selling) is the illegal practice of inducing homeowners to sell their properties by suggesting that members of a protected class (often racial minorities) are moving into the area, thereby driving down values.
Related Delaware Fair Housing Questions
- What is 'testing' in the context of Delaware fair housing enforcement?
- Which of the following advertising phrases would most likely violate fair housing laws?
- Redlining is the illegal practice of:
- What is 'source of income' protection and does Delaware include it in fair housing law?
- What is an 'occupancy limitation' under the Fair Housing Act and when is it legal in Delaware?
- What is 'quid pro quo' sexual harassment in the housing context?
- A tenant in Delaware requests a reasonable accommodation to park in a reserved space near the building entrance due to a mobility impairment. The landlord must:
- A housing advertisement that states 'ideal for young professionals' could violate fair housing by discriminating against:
Practice More Delaware Real Estate Questions
1,500+ questions covering all exam topics. Start free — no signup required.
Take the Free Delaware Quiz →