Fair Housing
A Wyoming property seller instructs their agent to 'only show the house to American buyers.' The agent should:
AFollow the seller's instructions as the client's wishes prevail
BRefuse the instruction as it violates the Fair Housing Act's national origin prohibition✓ Correct
CFollow the instruction only if the seller puts it in writing
DRequest WREC guidance before proceeding
Explanation
The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination based on national origin. An agent who follows such discriminatory instructions is also liable. The agent must refuse and explain the Fair Housing Act requirements to the seller.
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