Religion / Fair Housing phrase guide
Is "merry christmas" OK in a real estate listing?
OK Generally acceptable per the sources below.
Why
HUD's memo: secular holiday terms and greetings (Merry Christmas, Happy Easter) don't violate the Act.
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Not legal advice. Word lists can't judge context, and laws differ by state and city. Rule ok-holidays, ListingLint rules v2026.10.1.