Fair Housing
Which of the following is a correct statement about the federal Fair Housing Act?
AIt only applies to properties with more than 4 units
BIt applies to most residential housing transactions, including sales, rentals, and financing✓ Correct
CIt exempts all single-family homes sold directly by owners
DIt only applies to rental housing
Explanation
The Fair Housing Act applies broadly to most residential housing transactions — including sales, rentals, and mortgage lending — with limited exemptions for small owner-occupied buildings and private sales not using a broker or discriminatory advertising.
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