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The Civil Rights Act of 1866 allows for discrimination __________.
The Civil Rights Act of 1866 allows for discrimination __________.
- Only when the discrimination is racial
- Never (correct)
- Only if the broker is of the same race as the buyer
- When the owner of the house is the landlord
The Civil Rights Act of 1968 was amended to include __________.
The Civil Rights Act of 1968 was amended to include __________.
- Same sex marriages
- The poor
- Handicapped status (correct)
- Alcoholics
Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act covers businesses and nonprofit service companies that are __________.
Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act covers businesses and nonprofit service companies that are __________.
- Public accommodations (correct)
- Commercial facilities
- Movie theaters
- Fishing boats
Which of the following is FALSE regarding Fair Housing laws?
Which of the following is FALSE regarding Fair Housing laws?
Which of the following is NOT a protected class under Federal Fair Housing?
Which of the following is NOT a protected class under Federal Fair Housing?
Directing buyers into or out of certain neighborhoods based on one of the protected classes is __________.
Directing buyers into or out of certain neighborhoods based on one of the protected classes is __________.
The purpose of the Americans with Disabilities Act is to __________.
The purpose of the Americans with Disabilities Act is to __________.
The Civil Rights Act of 1968 expands the definition of discrimination to include not only race, but also national origin, color, and __________.
The Civil Rights Act of 1968 expands the definition of discrimination to include not only race, but also national origin, color, and __________.
In 1968, the Supreme Court upheld the Civil Rights Act of 1866 in the Jones vs. Mayer case. The decision of this case is significant because __________.
In 1968, the Supreme Court upheld the Civil Rights Act of 1866 in the Jones vs. Mayer case. The decision of this case is significant because __________.
Under Fair Housing laws which of the following is NOT an unlawful practice?
Under Fair Housing laws which of the following is NOT an unlawful practice?
Could an owner selling a single-family home without using a real estate licensee discriminate on the basis of race?
Could an owner selling a single-family home without using a real estate licensee discriminate on the basis of race?
Which of the following types of real estate does not fall under the Fair Housing Act of 1968?
Which of the following types of real estate does not fall under the Fair Housing Act of 1968?
The Fair Housing Act of 1968 does not allow discrimination based on ________.
The Fair Housing Act of 1968 does not allow discrimination based on ________.
Federal Fair Housing laws regulate __________.
Federal Fair Housing laws regulate __________.
Which of the following Supreme Court cases upheld the 1866 Civil Rights Act that prohibits discrimination because of race in the sale or rental of property?
Which of the following Supreme Court cases upheld the 1866 Civil Rights Act that prohibits discrimination because of race in the sale or rental of property?
Under Fair Housing laws, a landlord may __________.
Under Fair Housing laws, a landlord may __________.
Blockbusting is the practice of __________.
Blockbusting is the practice of __________.
An owner may be exempt from the Federal Fair Housing laws in the sale or rental of a single-family home if __________.
An owner may be exempt from the Federal Fair Housing laws in the sale or rental of a single-family home if __________.
Under Federal Fair Housing laws, the rental of units or rooms in a one-to-four-unit family is exempt from fair housing laws so long as __________.
Under Federal Fair Housing laws, the rental of units or rooms in a one-to-four-unit family is exempt from fair housing laws so long as __________.
State and local housing programs designed for the elderly are exempt from racial discrimination __________.
State and local housing programs designed for the elderly are exempt from racial discrimination __________.
Study Notes
Civil Rights Act of 1866
- Prohibits discrimination based on race in real estate transactions.
- Never permits racial discrimination in any context.
Civil Rights Act of 1968
- Expanded protected classes to include race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, and national origin.
- Prohibits discrimination in housing sales, leases, rentals, and related transactions.
Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act
- Covers public accommodations including restaurants, retail stores, movie theaters, daycare centers, and homeless centers.
Fair Housing Laws
- The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, and national origin.
- Covers residential properties and vacant land intended for residential use, but not commercial properties.
Protected Classes Under Federal Fair Housing
- Includes race, color, sex, religion, national origin, familial status, and disability.
- Marital status is NOT a protected class.
Steering and Blockbusting
- Steering refers to directing buyers into or out of neighborhoods based on protected class status, which is illegal.
- Blockbusting involves pressuring homeowners to sell by suggesting that minorities moving into the neighborhood will decrease property values, which is also illegal.
Americans with Disabilities Act
- Aims to eliminate discrimination against individuals with disabilities.
Jones vs. Mayer Case
- Supreme Court ruling upholding the Civil Rights Act of 1866, affirming that racial discrimination is prohibited in all real estate transactions.
Exemptions Under Fair Housing Laws
- Owners selling a single-family home without a broker may be exempt under certain conditions.
- The rental of units in an owner-occupied one-to-four-unit family dwelling is exempt from fair housing laws if no broker is used and no discriminatory advertising occurs.
Exception for Senior Housing
- State and local programs for elderly housing are exempt from racial discrimination under no circumstances based on age of the occupants.
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Test your knowledge on Fair Housing laws with these flashcards covering key concepts from the Civil Rights Acts of 1866 and 1968. Each card challenges you with statements about discrimination, rights, and amendments. Perfect for students and real estate professionals alike!