Fair Housing
A Washington real estate agent refuses to negotiate with a buyer's agent because the buyer is perceived to be of a different national origin. This constitutes discrimination based on:
AFamilial status
BNational origin — the agent discriminated against the buyer based on their perceived national origin✓ Correct
CSexual orientation
DAge
Explanation
Refusing to negotiate with an agent (or buyer) based on the buyer's actual or perceived national origin is national origin discrimination in violation of the Fair Housing Act and Washington's RCW 49.60.
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Key Terms to Know
Fair Housing Act
Federal law prohibiting discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and familial status.
Buyer's AgentA real estate licensee who represents the buyer's interests in a transaction, owing fiduciary duties to the buyer.
SteeringAn 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.
ProrationThe division of ongoing property expenses (taxes, HOA dues, rents) between buyer and seller at closing based on their respective days of ownership.
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