Agency
In New York, the 'anti-steering' rules under fair housing apply when an agent:
AFails to show a buyer properties in all price ranges
BDirects a buyer toward or away from neighborhoods, buildings, or units based on the buyer's race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, familial status, or other protected class✓ Correct
CRecommends a specific lender to a buyer
DNegotiates the price of a property on behalf of the buyer
Explanation
Anti-steering rules prohibit directing buyers toward or away from specific neighborhoods, buildings, or properties based on protected class characteristics. Even when responding to a buyer's stated preferences, agents must be careful not to engage in steering.
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Key Terms to Know
Steering
An 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.
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.
AgencyA legal relationship in which a licensee (agent) acts on behalf of a principal (buyer or seller) in a real estate transaction.
Dual AgencyA situation where a single real estate agent or brokerage represents both the buyer and the seller in the same transaction.
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