Fair Housing
In Idaho, a seller instructs their agent to advertise the home only on platforms typically used by a specific demographic group to attract certain types of buyers. This is likely:
AAcceptable targeted marketing
BPotentially a fair housing violation if the advertising is designed to attract or exclude protected classes✓ Correct
CA standard marketing strategy permitted under Idaho law
DOnly a violation if the demographic is race-based
Explanation
Targeted advertising that is designed to reach or exclude particular demographic groups (defined by protected class characteristics) may violate the Fair Housing Act's prohibition on discriminatory advertising, including digital targeting.
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Key Terms to Know
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.
Debt-to-Income Ratio (DTI)A lender's measure of a borrower's monthly debt obligations relative to their gross monthly income, used to evaluate loan eligibility.
BlockbustingAn illegal practice of inducing homeowners to sell by claiming that the entry of minority groups will lower property values.
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