Fair Housing
Under the federal Fair Housing Act, which of the following is a permitted exemption?
AA large apartment complex refusing to rent to families with children
BAn owner-occupied building of 4 or fewer units who sells without a broker✓ Correct
CA bank refusing mortgage loans to applicants of a specific national origin
DA condo association prohibiting residents over age 55
Explanation
The 'Mrs. Murphy exemption' allows owner-occupants of buildings with 4 or fewer units to sell or rent without using a broker and without being subject to the Fair Housing Act's advertising and sales provisions, though discriminatory advertising is still prohibited.
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