Laws & AgencyQuestion 47 of 120
An advertisement stating 'perfect for a mature Christian couple, no children' most likely violates fair housing law because it:
a.Expresses a preference based on protected classes
b.Fails to state the price
c.Omits the square footage
d.Does not name the broker
Explanation
Fair housing law prohibits advertising that indicates a preference, limitation, or discrimination based on protected classes such as religion and familial status. Referencing religion and excluding children signals illegal discrimination. Advertising must describe the property, not the desired occupants' protected traits.
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