EstatePass
Practice Of Real EstateFair_housingHARD

A person files a fair housing complaint with the Washington State Human Rights Commission (WSHRC) alleging discrimination based on gender identity. The respondent argues that gender identity is only protected in employment under RCW 49.60, not in real estate transactions. Which of the following is the most accurate statement?

Correct Answer

D) The respondent is incorrect; RCW 49.60 prohibits discrimination based on gender identity/expression in real estate transactions, including sales and rentals.

The respondent is incorrect. RCW 49.60 is a comprehensive anti-discrimination statute that applies to multiple domains, including real estate transactions (both sales and rentals), employment, and public accommodations. Gender identity/expression is an explicitly protected class under RCW 49.60, and the protections apply fully to housing and real estate transactions, not just to employment.

Answer Options
A
The respondent is correct; gender identity protections under RCW 49.60 apply only to employment and do not extend to housing or real estate transactions.
B
The respondent is partially correct; gender identity is protected in housing rentals but not in the sale of real property under RCW 49.60.
C
The respondent is correct; gender identity is protected only under local ordinances in Washington, not under the statewide RCW 49.60.
D
The respondent is incorrect; RCW 49.60 prohibits discrimination based on gender identity/expression in real estate transactions, including sales and rentals.

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:

fair_housinggender_identityrcw_49_60wshrcreal_estate_transactionsprotected_classes

Related Concepts

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.

Broker supervision is the legal obligation of a designated or managing broker to oversee and be accountable for the real estate activities of all salespersons and associate brokers operating under their license.

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