Fair Housing
Advertising a condominium in Gulfport, Mississippi using language such as 'no children' would most likely violate the Fair Housing Act's prohibition on discrimination based on:
ASex
BFamilial status✓ Correct
CNational origin
DDisability
Explanation
Familial status is a protected class under the Fair Housing Act. Excluding families with children through advertising language ('no children,' 'adults only,' 'empty nesters preferred') is a form of illegal housing discrimination.
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Key Terms to Know
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.
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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