Fair Housing
Under the NJ LAD, a real estate licensee who makes statements to buyers about the racial composition of neighborhoods to influence their decision is committing:
ALegitimate market analysis
BIllegal steering, which violates both the LAD and the federal Fair Housing Act✓ Correct
CPermissible comparative marketing
DRequired disclosure of neighborhood demographics
Explanation
Making racial or ethnic comments about neighborhoods to influence a buyer's decision about where to purchase (or not purchase) is illegal steering. It is prohibited under both the NJ LAD and the federal Fair Housing Act regardless of the buyer's reaction or request.
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