Fair Housing
The Fair Housing Act's prohibition on advertising based on protected classes means that an ad may not:
ADescribe the number of bedrooms in a home
BInclude phrases like 'walking distance to church' or 'near the temple' if the intent is to attract or discourage a religious group✓ Correct
CMention that the property is in a safe neighborhood
DDescribe the property's architectural style
Explanation
Advertising that uses phrases suggesting a preference for or against a religious group (or any protected class) violates the Fair Housing Act. Using religious landmarks to market to or discourage a religious group is discriminatory advertising.
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