Steering
The illegal practice of directing buyers toward or away from neighborhoods based on a protected class.
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What does Steering mean on the Texas real estate exam?
Answer: The illegal practice of directing buyers toward or away from neighborhoods based on a protected class.
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Steering definition
Steering is guiding prospective buyers or renters toward or away from particular neighborhoods because of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, or disability. It limits housing choice and violates the Fair Housing Act.
Even well-intended steering, such as assuming a family would prefer a certain area, is illegal.
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