Fair Housing
The Fair Housing Act's prohibition against discrimination based on 'familial status' protects:
ASingle adults only
BFamilies with children under 18, pregnant women, and those seeking custody of children under 18✓ Correct
CMarried couples only
DAll families with any number of dependents regardless of age
Explanation
Familial status protection under the Fair Housing Act covers households with one or more children under 18, pregnant women, and anyone in the process of securing legal custody of a child under 18.
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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.
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.
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.
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