Fair Housing
A Maine real estate agent posts on social media that they specialize in helping 'families with young children find homes in great school districts.' This statement:
AViolates fair housing as it targets a protected class
BIs acceptable marketing that highlights a service area✓ Correct
CIs only permissible if approved by MREC
DViolates the Maine Human Rights Act specifically
Explanation
Describing the services an agent provides (helping families find homes near good schools) is acceptable marketing. It is not exclusionary and does not indicate discrimination against any protected class.
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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.
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.
BlockbustingAn illegal practice of inducing homeowners to sell by claiming that the entry of minority groups will lower property values.
RedliningAn illegal practice where lenders or insurers deny services or charge higher rates in certain neighborhoods based on the racial or ethnic composition of those areas.
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