Fair Housing
In Minnesota, a fair housing complaint against a licensee must be filed with HUD within how many days of the alleged violation?
A90 days
B180 days
C1 year✓ Correct
D2 years
Explanation
Under the Fair Housing Act, a complaint must be filed with HUD within one year (365 days) of the alleged discriminatory act. Complaints can also be filed with the Minnesota Department of Human Rights, which has its own deadline of one year.
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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.
RedliningAn illegal practice where lenders or insurers deny services or charge higher rates in certain neighborhoods based on the racial or ethnic composition of those areas.
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