Fair Housing
What is the 'Honolulu Board of REALTORS' role in fair housing enforcement for its members?
AA. The Board has no role in fair housing; it only handles MLS-related disputes
BB. The Board's Professional Standards Committee hears ethics complaints (including fair housing violations of the Code of Ethics) against REALTOR members and may impose sanctions including suspension or expulsion from the association✓ Correct
CC. The Board reports fair housing complaints directly to the government for enforcement
DD. The Board only provides education about fair housing; it cannot take disciplinary action
Explanation
REALTOR associations (including the Honolulu Board of REALTORS) enforce the NAR Code of Ethics, including its fair housing provisions, through their professional standards process. Members who violate the Code's fair housing articles may face sanctions including fines, required education, suspension, or expulsion from REALTOR membership (which may also affect MLS access).
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