Fair Housing
A landlord advertises 'No children allowed.' This advertisement violates the Fair Housing Act's prohibition against discrimination based on:
ARace
BReligion
CFamilial status✓ Correct
DDisability
Explanation
Advertising 'no children' discriminates based on familial status (families with children under 18), which is a protected class under the Fair Housing Act since 1988.
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Fair Housing Act
Federal law prohibiting discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and familial status.
SteeringAn illegal practice where a real estate agent directs buyers toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on the buyer's race, religion, national origin, or other protected characteristics.
BlockbustingAn illegal practice of inducing homeowners to sell by claiming that the entry of minority groups will lower property values.
RedliningAn illegal practice where lenders or insurers deny services or charge higher rates in certain neighborhoods based on the racial or ethnic composition of those areas.
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