Fair Housing
A Washington property owner who makes their property available for sale must provide equal access to all prospective buyers regardless of protected class. This principle is known as:
ABlockbusting
BSteering
CEqual opportunity housing✓ Correct
DRedlining
Explanation
Equal opportunity housing means that housing must be made equally available to all people regardless of protected class characteristics. The Equal Housing Opportunity logo must be displayed in advertising and office locations.
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Key Terms to Know
Steering
An illegal practice where a real estate agent directs buyers toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on the buyer's race, religion, national origin, or other protected characteristics.
BlockbustingAn illegal practice of inducing homeowners to sell by claiming that the entry of minority groups will lower property values.
RedliningAn illegal practice where lenders or insurers deny services or charge higher rates in certain neighborhoods based on the racial or ethnic composition of those areas.
Joint TenancyCo-ownership where two or more people hold equal, undivided interests with the right of survivorship — when one owner dies, their share passes to the surviving owners.
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