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A licensee directs minority buyers away from certain neighborhoods and uses property descriptions in ads that implicitly discourage protected-class applicants. Which statement correctly describes these practices under fair housing law?

Correct Answer

D) Both steering and discriminatory advertising are prohibited practices under federal and Illinois fair housing law.

The federal Fair Housing Act (42 U.S.C. § 3604(c)) expressly prohibits discriminatory statements, notices, or advertisements, and HUD regulations identify steering as a prohibited form of discrimination. Illinois law (775 ILCS 5/3-102) mirrors these prohibitions. Fair housing law reaches the full range of discriminatory conduct in a transaction, not just final refusals.

Answer Options
A
Only an outright refusal to sell or rent constitutes a fair housing violation; marketing practices and neighborhood guidance do not.
B
Steering is permissible when the licensee believes the neighborhood is a better lifestyle fit for the buyer.
C
Advertising language is exempt from fair housing scrutiny as long as the property owner approves the final wording.
D
Both steering and discriminatory advertising are prohibited practices under federal and Illinois fair housing law.

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