Fair Housing
Under the NJ LAD, which protected class specifically protects people who were once members of the armed forces?
AAge
BMilitary service✓ Correct
CNational origin
DDisability
Explanation
The NJ LAD expressly includes 'military service' as a protected class, protecting current members of the military, veterans, and honorably discharged servicemembers from discrimination in housing.
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Key Terms to Know
Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM)
A mortgage with an interest rate that changes periodically based on a financial index, usually after an initial fixed-rate period.
Fair Housing ActFederal 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.
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