Fair Housing
Under Washington law, a rental application that asks about a prospective tenant's criminal history must:
ABe unlimited — landlords may ask about any criminal history
BComply with Washington's Fair Chance Housing laws and local ordinances that limit criminal history inquiries✓ Correct
COnly be used for criminal history after an offer is accepted
DBe approved by the local fair housing agency
Explanation
Washington cities like Seattle have Fair Chance Housing ordinances limiting when and what criminal history a landlord may consider. Landlords must be aware of applicable state and local restrictions on criminal history screening.
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Agency
A legal relationship in which a licensee (agent) acts on behalf of a principal (buyer or seller) in a real estate transaction.
Fair Housing ActFederal law prohibiting discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and familial status.
Transfer TaxA tax imposed by state or local governments when real property ownership is transferred, typically based on the sale price.
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.
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