Description should include legal definitions and examples of
- blockbusting
- steering
- redlining.
DPOR correlation: 18VAC135-20-400. 24 (Fair housing statutes)
Process/Skill Questions:
- Why is it important to prevent blockbusting, steering, and redlining?
- What is the difference between blockbusting, steering, and redlining?
- How can a real estate agent prevent these from happening?
- What is an agent’s responsibility when faced with a client’s demands that align with blockbusting, steering, and redlining?
- How would a real estate agent know that a buyer is requesting these illegal practices?
- How should an agent react when faced with these demands? Is the agent responsible?