Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act, a seller instructs their broker to 'not sell to certain groups.' The broker's correct response is to:
AFollow the seller's instructions since the seller owns the property
BRefuse to follow the discriminatory instructions, explain the legal prohibition, and if the seller insists, withdraw from the listing✓ Correct
CFollow the instructions discreetly
DReport the seller to law enforcement only
Explanation
A broker cannot follow discriminatory seller instructions. If the seller insists on illegal discrimination, the broker must withdraw from the listing to avoid Fair Housing Act violations. Both the broker and seller could face legal liability.
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