Fair Housing (alternative)
A Maryland real estate agent who refuses to show properties to qualified buyers because of their religion is subject to:
AOnly a REALTOR® ethics complaint
BFederal Fair Housing Act liability, potential MREC discipline, and civil rights law violations✓ Correct
CA warning from the local housing authority
DNo consequences since the agent has discretion in selecting clients
Explanation
Refusing to serve buyers because of their religion violates the Fair Housing Act. This can lead to federal and state civil rights liability, MREC disciplinary action, and civil lawsuits.
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