Question
nnnnThe stated policy of the Real Estate Commissioner is to create a “color-blind” industry which can help society obtain voluntary, equal opportunity in fair housing. What does this mean?
nnnnSelections
nnnnA. Maintain an attitude that is actually free from bias and color-blind to appearance
nnnnB. That race, creed or color is not a material fact in real estate transactions
nnnnC. Do unto others as you would have them do unto you
nnnnD. All of the above
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Answer: D
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5 Keys Summary
nnnn• The Real Estate Commissioner’s “color-blind” policy requires professionals to maintain an attitude free from bias and prejudice, treating all individuals equally regardless of their racial or ethnic background.
nnnn• This policy establishes that race, creed, or color are legally not a material fact in real estate transactions or decisions.
nnnn• Real estate agents are expected to operate according to the principles of fair treatment, embodied in the ethical standard to “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you”.
nnnn• The core meaning of a color-blind industry is to prohibit discrimination in housing transactions and secure equal opportunity for all parties involved.
nnnn• Since the policy encompasses acting without bias (A), classifying protected characteristics as non-material facts (B), and requiring ethical conduct (C), the policy is comprehensively summarized by All of the above.
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