Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act, is it legal in Hawaii for an owner of a single-family home to refuse to sell to a buyer because of their race even without using a real estate agent?
AA. Yes, the private home owner exemption allows this
BB. No, racial discrimination is never exempt under the Fair Housing Act✓ Correct
CC. Yes, if the owner lives in the home
DD. Yes, if the owner owns fewer than 3 properties
Explanation
Racial discrimination in housing is never exempt under the Fair Housing Act. The private home owner exemption does NOT apply to race or color—these are always prohibited.
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