21 Flashcards
Testing for fair housing compliance must
report findings to HUD and your broker
Which of the following BEST describes the term “preference?”
knowingly liking one thing or one person better than others
Which law expanded the protected class of gender to include gender identity and sexual harassment?
New York City Human Rights Law
Which additional protected class was NOT added by the New York City Commission on Human Rights?
Perceived sexual orientation
In a process known as ___________, dwellings that were formerly occupied by middle- and upper-income families decline in quality and value and become available to lower-income families.
filtering down
Which section of the NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination in employment, housing, credit, places of public accommodations, and educational institutions?
Article 15
A client asks you the following specific question: “Would you live in this home or this neighborhood?” How should you answer?
By focusing on factual statements based on various features within the home
When would a model home in a real estate development need to comply with the ADA?
When it is used as the development’s sales office
If a person believes he or she has been discriminated against, how long does he or she have to file a HUD complaint?
1 year
What are persons called who pose as customers to check on fair housing compliance?
Testers
When did the Americans with Disabilities Act become effective?
1992
Which of the following phrases would not be considered discrimination that is based on familial status?
Two bedroom property
Handicapped individuals were first protected against discrimination under what law?
Fair Housing Amendments Act
_____ is the practice of favoring people with lighter skin over those with darker skin.
Colorism
New York added classes to those protected by federal laws. Which of the following is NOT one of the classes added by New York?
Color
