Questions and Answers
What is a complainant?
The person or entity who files an administrative complaint accusing someone of violating Maryland fair housing law.
What is a conciliation agreement?
A negotiated agreement between the complainant and the respondent in which both agree to resolve a fair housing complaint.
What is a natural person?
An individual living person.
Who is a respondent?
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What does canvassing mean in the context of Baltimore City law?
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What does impairments refer to?
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Members of the Maryland Commission on Human Relations (MCHR) are appointed by the:
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The Maryland Commission on Human Relations (MCHR) enforces Maryland opportunity law in all of the following EXCEPT:
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Fair housing violations by a real estate licensee violate all of the following EXCEPT:
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What fair housing law does a private club that limits tenancy to its own members violate, if any?
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In Maryland, all of the following are, at least partially, exempt from fair housing EXCEPT:
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What should a licensed real estate salesperson do if a couple of Chinese descent wants a house in a neighborhood that is hostile towards Asians?
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Before 1968, it was common for all of the following to occur EXCEPT:
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The disciplinary result of an administrative hearing at the Maryland Commission on Human Relations could require the respondent to do all of the following EXCEPT:
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With respect to fair housing, which of the following is TRUE of all persons engaged in real estate transactions?
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Which of the following is NOT protected under federal and/or Maryland state fair housing laws?
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The Real Estate Brokers Act prohibits all of the following EXCEPT:
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The person or entity accused of discrimination is the:
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The Maryland statewide protected classes include all federal classes plus:
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One Maryland entity that may be responsible for enforcement of fair housing law is the:
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What is the behavior called when a broker tells homeowners to sell because property values may drop due to a minority group influx?
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Study Notes
Fair Housing Terminology
- Complainant: Individual or entity filing a complaint for violating Maryland fair housing law.
- Conciliation Agreement: A negotiated settlement between complainant and respondent to resolve a fair housing complaint.
- Natural Person: Refers to a living individual, excluding corporations and legal entities.
- Respondent: Individual or entity accused of violating Maryland fair housing law.
Canvassing and Solicitation
- Canvassing: Prohibited door-to-door and circular solicitation in Baltimore City; legitimate methods include ads in newspapers, radio, TV, and U.S. mail.
Impairments and Discrimination
- Impairments: Refers to individuals with physical or mental disabilities, evolving from the earlier term 'handicap'.
Maryland Commission on Human Relations (MCHR)
- MCHR Appointments: Members appointed by the Governor for six-year terms.
- MCHR Oversight: Enforces fair housing, public accommodation, and equal employment laws but not landlord-tenant rights.
Fair Housing Violations
- Real Estate License Violations: Fair housing violations impact federal, state, and local laws except the Foreign Discrimination Act.
- Private Clubs and Discrimination: Private clubs that do not discriminate on race or national origin can limit tenancy to members without legal violation.
Exemptions from Fair Housing Laws
- Exemptions in Maryland: Individuals selling their own home, religious organizations renting facilities, and people seeking roommates have some exemptions, except real estate licensees cannot discriminate in their sales.
Responsibilities of Real Estate Licensees
- Best Practices: Licensees must inform clients of all relevant property options without steering based on neighborhood residents' attitudes.
Historical Context
- Pre-1968 Discrimination: Common practices included refusal of sales based on religion and discrimination against African Americans, while loaning to single women was rare.
Disciplinary Hearing Outcomes
- Possible Outcomes: Respondents may face actions to rectify behavior, cease discrimination, or equitable relief but not necessarily lose their real estate license.
Liability and Knowledge
- Liability Awareness: All real estate professionals must understand applicable antidiscrimination laws and statutes; ignorance is not an excuse.
Protected Classes
- Exclusions from Protection: Age is not a protected class under federal and Maryland state fair housing laws, whereas color, disability, and marital status are protected.
Real Estate Brokers Act
- Prohibited Practices: Brokers cannot misrepresent property values based on nearby protected classes, but soliciting flyers indicating buyer interest is permissible if accurate.
Enforcement Bodies
- County Human Rights Agencies: Many counties and Baltimore City host agencies responsible for enforcing fair housing laws.
Blockbusting Practices
- Blockbusting: Brokers using fear tactics to induce homeowners to sell due to perceived drops in property value from minority influx, a practice actionable under the Brokers Act.
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Test your knowledge on key terms related to fair housing laws in Maryland. This quiz covers definitions and concepts such as complainants, conciliation agreements, and more. Perfect for students and professionals involved in real estate and human relations.
