Fair HousingIntermediateAlaska Exam

Which of the following describes 'source of income discrimination' in Alaska housing?

ACharging different rents based on a tenant's profession, as a general rule
BRefusing to rent to tenants who use housing choice vouchers (Section 8)Correct
CRequiring a co-signer from tenants with lower incomes
DBoth A and C

Why Refusing to rent to tenants who use housing choice vouchers (Section 8) Is Correct

Answer B: Refusing to rent to tenants who use housing choice vouchers (Section 8)

While source of income is not a federally protected class, many states and municipalities protect it. Alaska has moved toward broader protections.

Exam Tip: Fair Housing

Fair Housing questions test both federal (Fair Housing Act of 1968) and state-level protected classes. The federal protected classes are race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, and disability. Many states add additional protections.

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