Fair Housing
A real estate broker's office in Texas conducts fair housing training annually. This training is important because agents who violate the Fair Housing Act can expose the broker to liability for:
AThe agent's personal debts
BVicarious liability for the agent's discriminatory acts performed within the scope of employment✓ Correct
COnly the agent's own license revocation
DNo liability if the broker had a written non-discrimination policy
Explanation
Brokers may face vicarious liability for fair housing violations committed by their agents within the scope of employment. HUD and courts have held brokerages responsible for agents' discriminatory acts when the brokerage had inadequate supervision, training, or policies. Having a written non-discrimination policy is helpful but not sufficient without proper implementation and enforcement.
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