Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act, the term 'dwelling' includes which of the following?
AOnly single-family homes
BAny building or structure intended to be occupied as a residence — including apartments, condos, mobile homes, and single-family homes✓ Correct
COnly properties with mortgages insured by the federal government
DOnly properties with more than 4 units
Explanation
The Fair Housing Act's definition of 'dwelling' is broad — any building, structure, or portion intended for residential occupancy, whether owned or rented, including apartments, condos, mobile homes, single-family residences, and rooming houses. The FHA protects against discrimination in all types of residential housing.
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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.
ZoningLocal government regulations that control land use by dividing areas into zones specifying permitted uses, building sizes, and densities.
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.
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