EstatePass
Practice Of Real EstateFair_housingMEDIUM

Marcus, a Missouri real estate broker, is reviewing applications for a rental property. He denies an application from a qualified couple because one applicant uses a wheelchair. The applicant files a complaint with the Missouri Commission on Human Rights. Under the Missouri Human Rights Act, which protected class does this situation most directly involve?

Correct Answer

A) Disability (handicap), as defined under RSMo Chapter 213

Under the Missouri Human Rights Act (RSMo Chapter 213), disability — referred to as 'handicap' in the statute — is a protected class. Refusing to rent to someone because they use a wheelchair constitutes discrimination based on disability/handicap. Missouri's definition of handicap mirrors the federal standard and is enforced by the Missouri Commission on Human Rights.

Answer Options
A
Disability (handicap), as defined under RSMo Chapter 213
B
Familial status, as defined under the federal Fair Housing Act
C
Ancestry, as defined under RSMo Chapter 213
D
Sex, as defined under both state and federal fair housing law

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Sign up free to unlock full analysis

Why the Other Options Are Wrong

Sign up free to unlock full analysis

Deep Analysis of This Practice Of Real Estate Question

Sign up free to unlock full analysis

Background Knowledge for Practice Of Real Estate

Sign up free to unlock full analysis
Sign up free to unlock full analysis

Real World Application in Practice Of Real Estate

Sign up free to unlock full analysis

Common Mistakes to Avoid on Practice Of Real Estate Questions

Sign up free to unlock full analysis

Related Topics & Key Terms

Key Terms:

disabilityhandicapprotected_classesmissouri_human_rights_actmchr

Related Concepts

A trust account, also called an escrow account, is a separate bank account maintained by a broker to hold funds belonging to others, such as earnest money deposits, security deposits, or other client funds.

Advertising regulations govern how real estate licensees may market properties and services, requiring truthful, non-deceptive advertising that includes proper identification of the brokerage.

Antitrust violations in real estate occur when competing brokerages or agents engage in practices that restrain trade, reduce competition, or harm consumers through collusion. These violations are governed by the Sherman Antitrust Act and can result in severe penalties.

Was this explanation helpful?

More Practice Of Real Estate Questions

People Also Study

Related Articles

Practice More Questions

Access 2,000+ practice questions and pass your real estate exam.

Start Practicing