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An Oregon broker, David, is working with a buyer named Chen Wei. During a showing, the listing agent mentions, 'This is a great neighborhood — very diverse, lots of Asian families.' David believes this comment, while seemingly positive, may constitute a fair housing violation. Which prohibited practice does this comment most closely resemble?

Correct Answer

D) Steering

Steering includes making statements about the racial or ethnic composition of a neighborhood to influence a buyer's decision about where to purchase. Even a seemingly positive comment about demographic composition can constitute steering if it is made to guide a buyer toward or away from a neighborhood based on the buyer's perceived race or national origin. The listing agent's remark about 'Asian families' directed at a buyer with an Asian name is a textbook steering scenario under the Fair Housing Act.

Answer Options
A
Blockbusting
B
Panic peddling
C
Redlining
D
Steering

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