Fair Housing
Advertising with words like 'exclusive,' 'restricted,' or using symbols that suggest preference for or exclusion of protected classes is:
APermitted as long as the property is not actually discriminatorily sold
BA violation of the Fair Housing Act's advertising provisions✓ Correct
COnly a violation if the words are in writing
DLegal if used only in newspaper advertising
Explanation
The Fair Housing Act prohibits advertising that indicates a preference, limitation, or discrimination based on any protected class. Using words or symbols that suggest exclusivity based on race, religion, national origin, or other protected characteristics violates the Act.
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