What information is typically recorded by a fair housing tester?

A fair housing tester typically records the number of houses that were presented as serious options by a real estate agent. This information is crucial for assessing whether agents are providing equal service to all clients, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, or disability. By documenting how many properties were offered and which properties were highlighted, testers can help identify potential discriminatory practices in housing availability and marketing.

In the context of fair housing testing, recording the number of properties offered ensures that testers can illustrate whether agents are engaging in equitable practices across different demographics. This aligns with the goals of fair housing laws, which aim to prevent discrimination and promote equal opportunities in housing.

In contrast, while other options touch on aspects of the housing market, they do not directly relate to the tester's role in monitoring equality in service. For example, the types of properties that are most expensive may reflect market trends but do not specifically indicate how well an agent is treating clients of different backgrounds. The geographic distribution of properties and the sales prices of homes shown also provide valuable data, but they do not focus on the qualitative aspect of how potential buyers are treated in the buying process. Thus, the focus of the tester's documentation revolves around the interactions with agents and the