Fair Housing
In South Dakota, a real estate broker who has a policy of showing listings only in certain neighborhoods to certain demographic groups is liable for:
ATrespass
BSteering in violation of the Fair Housing Act✓ Correct
CBreach of contract
DUnauthorized practice of law
Explanation
A policy of showing different listings to people based on their membership in a protected class (such as race, national origin, or religion) constitutes illegal steering under the Fair Housing Act. Brokers are responsible for ensuring that their agents comply with fair housing law.
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