Discipline Commission and Misrepresentation Best Practices
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What do federal and state laws prohibit in the housing sector?

  • Home inspections
  • Property taxes
  • Discriminatory practices (correct)
  • Excessive rent increases

Which of the following is aligned with national fair housing laws?

  • Local zoning policies
  • Property tax laws
  • State fair housing laws (correct)
  • Rental agreements

What does zoning policy in relation to fair housing regulations entail?

  • Is not regulated by federal laws
  • Cannot be discriminatory against protected classes (correct)
  • Can be based on political affiliation
  • Can prioritize certain age groups

Under which legislation are exceptions to housing discrimination carefully evaluated?

<p>Civil Rights Act of 1968 (Title VIII) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a form of illegal discrimination in the housing sector?

<p>Redlining (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of RESPA in real estate transactions?

<p>To promote transparency and eliminate undisclosed fees (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a condition that must be met by the buyer before the escrow officer disburses funds?

<p>Home appraisal (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of general inspections in a home purchase?

<p>Identify need for repairs and maintenance procedures (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under the TRID rule, what form replaces the 'Good Faith Estimate' and 'HUD-1' forms?

<p>Closing Disclosure Form (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are termite inspections recommended to be conducted annually?

<p>As they are not easily detectable by non-experts (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Truth-in-Lending Integrated Disclosures Rule (TRID)?

<p>To promote transparency in financial disclosures (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of homeowners regarding homeowners' associations?

<p>Disclose information about known material facts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a real estate transaction, what must be done before transferring the title to the buyer?

<p>Ensure all encumbrances are removed (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the National Association of Realtors® Code of Ethics have the most significant impact on?

<p>Professional ethics in real estate practice (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should buyers avoid when attempting to augment their offer's appeal?

<p>Avoiding defaming competitors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of failing to display the Equal Opportunity in Housing Mandate poster?

<p>May be interpreted as discriminatory behavior (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a prohibited basis for discrimination under the Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988?

<p>Education level (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must lenders do according to the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA)?

<p>Provide a reason for credit denial (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Clean Air Act control on a national scale?

<p>Air pollution (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of warranties mentioned in the text?

<p>Repair and maintenance of systems and appliances (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for the 365-Day Method of calculating prorated payments?

<p>Divide the annual or monthly amount by the number of days in the year or month, then multiply by the number of days being covered (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Risk Management Strategy that involves shifting responsibility for a loss to another party?

<p>Transference (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of insurance covers bodily injury or property damage caused by negligence or wrongful acts?

<p>General liability (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What area of risk involves ensuring that listing agreements are accurate and providing reliable information to clients?

<p>Listing and Selling Process (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which action helps reduce risks associated with making mistakes or violating laws in real estate practice?

<p>Obtaining knowledge and skill in real estate practice (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can lead to lawsuits, damages, or loss of reputation in the real estate industry?

<p>Misrepresentation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key responsibility of property managers in terms of financial reporting?

<p>Preparing regular financial reports for owners (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Act must property managers comply with to protect the rights of tenants and owners?

<p>Fair Housing Act (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant aspect of property management regarding property maintenance?

<p>Ensuring the property is well-maintained and safe (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should agents do when recommending vendors to consumers?

<p>Disclose any business relationship with vendors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Management Agreement define?

<p>Relationship between owner and manager of a property (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the Equal Opportunity statement?

<p>Affirmation of compliance with fair housing laws (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the Manager's rights regarding maintenance of the property?

<p>Maintain financial records (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of detailing eviction procedures in the Management Agreement?

<p>To provide guidelines for eviction processes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which section of the Management Agreement addresses the landlord's rights?

<p>Landlord's rights (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Manager's liability include?

<p>Trust funds held on behalf of owner or tenants (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to have clear reporting requirements in the Management Agreement?

<p>To inform owner of property's performance and financial status (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the Manager's rights concerning management tasks?

<p>Perform management tasks without interference (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do leasing considerations in the Management Agreement cover?

<p>Matters related to leasing the property (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is addressed in the section about tenant's rights and responsibilities?

<p>Return of premises in prescribed condition by tenants (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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