Property Management
A Texas residential property manager notices a potential fair housing violation in one of the owner's rental practices. The manager should:
AFollow the owner's instructions since they are the client
BRefuse to implement the discriminatory practice and advise the owner of fair housing requirements✓ Correct
CReport only to TREC and implement the practice until hearing back
DImplement the practice for 30 days then re-evaluate
Explanation
A property manager cannot participate in fair housing violations, even at the owner's instruction. The manager must refuse to implement discriminatory practices, advise the owner of fair housing law requirements, and may need to terminate the management agreement if the owner insists on discrimination.
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