Fair Housing
Which of the following is an example of 'steering' in Maine real estate?
AShowing a minority buyer only homes in predominantly minority neighborhoods✓ Correct
BAdvising a buyer about the school district ratings
CDisclosing that a neighborhood has a high crime rate
DRecommending a larger home to a family with children
Explanation
Steering is the illegal practice of directing buyers or renters to or away from specific neighborhoods based on their race, religion, national origin, or other protected class status.
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