Fair Housing
A NC broker who intentionally violated the Fair Housing Act may face which of the following consequences?
AOnly loss of REALTOR membership
BHUD administrative penalties, civil suits, and possible NCREC disciplinary action including license revocation✓ Correct
CA small fine from the county
DNo consequences if the violation was reported to NCREC first
Explanation
FHA violations can result in: HUD administrative penalties (up to $21,410 for first violations), civil suits by aggrieved parties (unlimited damages and attorney fees), and NCREC disciplinary action (including license suspension or revocation for conduct unworthy of a licensee).
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