Fair Housing
A Connecticut property manager requires Muslim tenants to pay a larger security deposit than non-Muslim tenants. This is a violation of fair housing laws protecting which class?
ANational origin
BRace
CReligion✓ Correct
DFamilial status
Explanation
Charging different deposit amounts based on a tenant's religion violates the federal Fair Housing Act's prohibition on religious discrimination. Treating tenants differently because of their religious beliefs is illegal.
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Key Terms to Know
Fair Housing Act
Federal law prohibiting discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and familial status.
SteeringAn illegal practice where a real estate agent directs buyers toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on the buyer's race, religion, national origin, or other protected characteristics.
RedliningAn illegal practice where lenders or insurers deny services or charge higher rates in certain neighborhoods based on the racial or ethnic composition of those areas.
ProrationThe division of ongoing property expenses (taxes, HOA dues, rents) between buyer and seller at closing based on their respective days of ownership.
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