Fair Housing
A Washington seller instructs their broker not to show the home to buyers of a specific religion. The broker should:
AFollow the seller's instructions because the seller is the client
BRefuse the instruction, explain that it violates fair housing law, and may terminate the listing✓ Correct
CShow the home only to the religious group the seller prefers
DAsk the DOL for guidance before proceeding
Explanation
Fair housing laws take precedence over client instructions. A broker who follows discriminatory seller instructions is also liable for discrimination. The broker should refuse the instruction, explain the legal issue, and may terminate the listing if the seller insists.
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