Fair Housing
A landlord advertises a unit with the phrase 'perfect for young professionals.' This language potentially violates fair housing law because it implies discrimination against:
ADisability
BNational origin
CFamilial status (families with children)✓ Correct
DGender
Explanation
Advertising language that implies a preference for a particular age group (such as 'young professionals' or 'ideal for empty nesters') may violate the familial status provision of fair housing law by suggesting families with children are not welcome.
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Fair Housing Act
Federal 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.
RedliningAn illegal practice where lenders or insurers deny services or charge higher rates in certain neighborhoods based on the racial or ethnic composition of those areas.
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