Texas Real Estate Sales Agent ExamReal Estate PracticeEasy
A real estate agent is preparing a listing advertisement for a residential property. The agent includes a phrase in the advertisement stating, "Ideal for a single professional or young couple, no children preferred." Which of the following fair housing laws is most likely violated by this advertisement?
- AFair Housing Act (FHA)
- BAmericans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
- CSherman Antitrust Act
- DEqual Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA)
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. Fair Housing Act (FHA)
The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination based on familial status, which includes the presence of children. Stating 'no children preferred' directly violates this protected class.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. The ADA focuses on disability discrimination and accessibility, not familial status.
- C. The Sherman Antitrust Act addresses anti-competitive practices in business, not discriminatory housing advertisements.
- D. The ECOA prohibits credit discrimination, not housing advertisement discrimination based on familial status.
Fair Housing Act (FHA) - Familial Status
The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing based on familial status, which protects families with children under 18, pregnant women, and people securing custody of children.
- Protects families with children, pregnant women, and those securing custody.
- Applies to most housing, with some limited exceptions.
- Prohibits discriminatory advertising, sales, and rental practices.
Memory trick: Remember 'FRSH CRN' for the seven protected classes under the FHA.