Fair Housing
A Maine real estate agent advertises a home as being in a 'great Christian neighborhood.' This advertisement:
AIs legal since it accurately describes the area
BViolates the Fair Housing Act by indicating religious preference✓ Correct
CIs permitted as free speech
DIs legal only if no intent to discriminate is shown
Explanation
Advertising that indicates a preference or limitation based on religion violates the Fair Housing Act, regardless of intent. Such language signals discrimination and is prohibited.
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