Fair Housing
A Florida real estate agent suggests to a seller that they not accept offers from families with children because of the wear-and-tear on the home. The agent has:
AGiven sound property management advice
BViolated the Fair Housing Act by discriminating based on familial status✓ Correct
CActed within professional discretion
DNot violated any laws if the suggestion is verbal only
Explanation
Advising a seller to discriminate against families with children based on familial status violates the Fair Housing Act. The agent and seller are both liable, and verbal instructions to discriminate are illegal.
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