Chapter 5

Knowing the Fair Housing Laws for Selling Real Estate

IN THIS CHAPTER

Bullet Finding out the basics of fair housing laws

Bullet Understanding (and avoiding) discriminatory activities in real estate practices

Bullet Discovering groups protected under the law

Bullet Checking out exceptions to fair housing laws

Bullet Knowing how to enforce the law

As a real estate agent, whether broker or salesperson, you’re expected to know and abide by fair housing regulations. Real estate agents are key players in promoting fair housing and preventing discrimination in housing. State exam writers expect you to know about fair housing laws at the federal level, because those laws apply to all parts of the country. Many states, counties, and cities have enacted additional fair housing laws that supplement federal law. State examiners expect you to know about these local laws. As you study for the state licensing exam, you need to be sure to find out about fair housing laws that apply only to your state or local municipality. ...

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