Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act, a seller who refuses to sell their home to a buyer because of the buyer's religion is:
APermitted to refuse if they have a valid personal reason
BIn violation of the Fair Housing Act✓ Correct
CExempt if they do not use a real estate agent
DOnly subject to state law, not federal law
Explanation
Religion is a protected class under the federal Fair Housing Act. A seller who refuses to sell because of the buyer's religion is in violation of federal law.
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