Property Management

In South Dakota, a property manager who discovers a fair housing violation by the property owner should:

AIgnore it as it is the owner's property and responsibility
BAdvise the owner to comply with fair housing law and, if the owner refuses, consider terminating the management relationship✓ Correct
CContinue to manage the property but document the violation
DReport the owner to the SDREC and take over the property

Explanation

A property manager who knowingly participates in fair housing violations is also liable. The manager should advise the owner of their obligations and, if the owner refuses to comply, terminate the management agreement.

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