Fair Housing
In West Virginia, which of the following actions by a real estate licensee would be considered discriminatory under the Fair Housing Act?
ARecommending a buyer look at homes in their price range only
BShowing a Hispanic buyer only homes in Hispanic neighborhoods✓ Correct
CAdvising a buyer to get pre-approved for a mortgage
DExplaining school district boundaries to a buyer
Explanation
Showing a Hispanic buyer only homes in Hispanic neighborhoods is racial/ethnic steering — directing a buyer toward or away from neighborhoods based on their protected characteristics. This violates the Fair Housing Act.
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