Fair Housing
A Minnesota real estate agent refuses to show properties in a certain neighborhood to a buyer, claiming the area 'isn't safe.' If this decision is based on the racial composition of the neighborhood, it is:
AJustified by the agent's professional judgment
BSteering and a fair housing violation✓ Correct
CA legal risk management practice
DRequired disclosure of neighborhood conditions
Explanation
Steering based on the racial composition of a neighborhood is a serious fair housing violation. An agent cannot decide for a buyer which neighborhoods are appropriate based on race. Buyers have the right to view any property in any neighborhood, and agents must show all requested properties regardless of the area's demographics.
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