Fair Housing
A real estate company's policy of not advertising properties in certain ethnic newspapers to avoid serving minority communities is an example of:
ASmart marketing strategy
BA potential violation of the Fair Housing Act through selective advertising✓ Correct
CLegal business decision protected by the First Amendment
DAcceptable if it reduces advertising costs
Explanation
Selective advertising that systematically excludes minority communities can constitute a violation of the Fair Housing Act. Real estate companies should advertise broadly and not limit marketing in ways that effectively discriminate based on race, national origin, or other protected characteristics.
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