Fair Housing
A Wyoming condominium association that refuses to sell a unit to an applicant based on their religious beliefs is:
APermitted since condominiums are privately controlled
BViolating the Fair Housing Act's prohibition on religious discrimination✓ Correct
COnly violating state law, not federal law
DPermitted if the association has a valid community standards policy
Explanation
Condominium associations are subject to the Fair Housing Act. Refusing to approve a sale or transfer based on a buyer's religion violates the FHA's prohibition on religious discrimination.
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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.
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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