Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act, which of the following actions is LEGAL for a landlord?
ARefusing to rent to families with children in all units
BRequiring all applicants to provide proof of income and pass a credit check applied equally to all applicants✓ Correct
CAdvertising 'adults only' in all advertising
DCharging a higher security deposit to tenants with mental illness
Explanation
A landlord may lawfully require income verification and a credit check from all applicants, provided the same standards are applied uniformly regardless of protected class status. This is a valid, non-discriminatory screening criterion.
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