Fair Housing
What is 'discriminatory advertising' under the Fair Housing Act and Illinois Human Rights Act?
AAdvertising that exaggerates property features
BAdvertising that indicates a preference, limitation, or discrimination based on protected class characteristics✓ Correct
CAdvertising that targets wealthy buyers only
DAny advertising that doesn't include accessibility information
Explanation
Discriminatory advertising under the Fair Housing Act and Illinois Human Rights Act includes any advertising that indicates a preference for or against any protected class—using words, images, or symbols that suggest race, religion, sex, national origin, disability, familial status, or other protected characteristics. In Illinois, additional protected classes include age, sexual orientation, and source of income in some jurisdictions.
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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.
Net Operating Income (NOI)The annual income generated by an income-producing property after subtracting operating expenses, but before debt service.
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.
Pre-ApprovalA lender's conditional commitment to loan a specific amount to a borrower, based on verified income, credit, and assets.
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