Fair Housing
A Virginia real estate agent who is asked by a seller to 'not show the house to people from certain countries' must:
AComply—the seller's wishes control
BRefuse and explain that complying would violate fair housing law; may terminate the listing if necessary✓ Correct
CShow the house but not advertise to those groups
DReport the request to VREB anonymously
Explanation
An agent must refuse instructions to discriminate based on national origin (or any protected class). Complying would be an independent fair housing violation. The agent should explain the legal requirements and, if the seller insists, consider withdrawing from the listing.
Related Virginia Fair Housing Questions
- A Virginia housing complex participates in the Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program. Which fair housing protection is most directly relevant?
- A Virginia property manager requires all applicants to prove English proficiency. This policy most likely violates fair housing by discriminating based on:
- A Virginia landlord who requires a higher security deposit from a tenant because of the tenant's national origin is committing:
- A Virginia property manager refuses to process a rental application from a person with a service animal because the building has a 'no pets' policy. This is:
- A Virginia landlord refuses to allow a tenant with a disability to install grab bars in the bathroom. This is most likely:
- Under the Fair Housing Act, a person who has been discriminated against may file a complaint in federal district court within:
- A Virginia real estate agent who shows minority buyers properties only in certain neighborhoods while showing white buyers a wider range of properties is engaging in:
- The Virginia Fair Housing Law prohibits discrimination in housing based on which protected class NOT covered by the federal Fair Housing Act?
Practice More Virginia Real Estate Questions
1,500+ questions covering all exam topics. Start free — no signup required.
Take the Free Virginia Quiz →