Fair Housing
Steering in real estate means:
ADirecting buyers toward properties in certain neighborhoods based on their race, religion, or national origin✓ Correct
BHelping buyers navigate complex purchase agreements
CAdvising sellers on pricing strategy
DDirecting buyers to specific mortgage lenders
Explanation
Steering is the illegal practice of directing buyers or renters toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on protected characteristics such as race, color, national origin, or religion. It perpetuates segregation and violates federal and Minnesota fair housing laws.
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