Fair Housing
A real estate advertisement that states 'Perfect for Young Professionals' could be considered:
ALegal and accurate target marketing
BA potential fair housing violation because it discourages families with children✓ Correct
CRequired disclosure for urban properties
DPermissible only for rental properties
Explanation
Advertising language that suggests a preference for young adults without children could be seen as discouraging families with children (a protected class). Ads should describe the property, not the preferred buyer or tenant.
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