If a seller instructs not to show a home to anyone who is not a U.S. citizen, which statement is TRUE?

If a seller instructs not to show a home to anyone who is not a U.S. citizen, which statement is TRUE?

• A. The agent must show the house to anyone who wishes to see it if they qualify for financing.
• B. The agent must comply with the seller's instruction.
• C. The agent should report to the local housing authority.
• D. The agent can exclude noncitizens from viewing the property.

Answer: (A)

Discrimination in housing based on national origin or citizenship status is illegal under the Fair Housing Act. A seller cannot instruct a licensee to exclude people who are not U.S. citizens. The agent’s duty is to treat all prospective buyers equally and to show the property to anyone who wishes to view it if they meet reasonable qualifications, such as financing eligibility. So the correct approach is to show the home to anyone who expresses interest and qualifies for financing, regardless of citizenship. Following the seller’s discriminatory instruction would violate fair housing laws, and there’s typically no obligation to report to housing authorities in this scenario. Excluding noncitizens is not allowed under the law.

Discrimination in housing based on national origin or citizenship status is illegal under the Fair Housing Act. A seller cannot instruct a licensee to exclude people who are not U.S. citizens. The agent’s duty is to treat all prospective buyers equally and to show the property to anyone who wishes to view it if they meet reasonable qualifications, such as financing eligibility. So the correct approach is to show the home to anyone who expresses interest and qualifies for financing, regardless of citizenship. Following the seller’s discriminatory instruction would violate fair housing laws, and there’s typically no obligation to report to housing authorities in this scenario. Excluding noncitizens is not allowed under the law.