Fair Housing
Under the federal Fair Housing Act, which of the following advertising practices is permissible?
AUsing models of only one race in property advertisements
BAdvertising 'near churches' when the area has no other faith institutions
CStating 'no children' in a rental advertisement
DAdvertising the location and features of a property with photos of the home✓ Correct
Explanation
Advertising property features and location with photos of the home is permissible. Using only same-race models, code words for religion, or 'no children' (familial status) all violate fair housing laws.
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