Fair Housing
National origin discrimination under the Fair Housing Act protects persons from discrimination based on:
ATheir citizenship status only
BTheir ancestry, national origin, or association with a national origin group✓ Correct
CTheir English language proficiency only
DTheir immigration status only
Explanation
National origin discrimination under the Fair Housing Act covers discrimination based on a person's actual or perceived national origin or ancestry — the country, region, or ethnic group they or their ancestors come from. This includes discrimination based on perceived national origin even if incorrect.
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Key Terms to Know
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.
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.
ProrationThe division of ongoing property expenses (taxes, HOA dues, rents) between buyer and seller at closing based on their respective days of ownership.
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