Massachusetts Real Estate License Practice Test

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Which of the following is NOT prohibited under Fair Housing Laws?

Refusing to sell a home based on race
Offering different terms for renters based on their ethnicity
Providing misleading information on property availability
Creating special housing programs for veterans

The correct answer is: Creating special housing programs for veterans

Creating special housing programs for veterans is not prohibited under Fair Housing Laws because these programs are designed to assist a specific group that has served in the military, which is considered a valid distinction. Fair Housing Laws aim to prevent discrimination based on certain protected characteristics such as race, ethnicity, religion, sex, and disability, among others. However, they do allow for certain programs that provide support and resources to specific populations like veterans, as long as these programs do not discriminate against other protected classes. The other choices involve actions that directly violate Fair Housing Laws. Refusing to sell a home based on race and offering different terms based on ethnicity are clear forms of discrimination prohibited under these laws. Providing misleading information on property availability also constitutes discriminatory practices, as it is designed to mislead individuals based on protected characteristics. Therefore, creating housing programs aimed at veterans aligns with the intention of providing support without infringing upon the rights of others, making it an acceptable practice under Fair Housing regulations.