Fair Housing
Under Massachusetts fair housing law, which of the following is a protected class that is NOT covered by the federal Fair Housing Act?
AReligion
BNational origin
CMarital status✓ Correct
DRace
Explanation
Massachusetts Chapter 151B includes marital status as a protected class in housing, in addition to the federally protected classes. The federal FHA does not include marital status.
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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.
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