Fair Housing
A Florida landlord advertises 'quiet, peaceful community — ideal for empty nesters.' This advertising language:
AIs acceptable since it doesn't mention any protected class
BMay indicate an intent to exclude families with children and could violate familial status protections✓ Correct
CIs acceptable since the landlord is simply describing the existing neighborhood character
DIs only a violation if the landlord actually refuses to rent to families
Explanation
Phrases like 'empty nesters,' 'mature adults,' 'quiet community,' or 'adults preferred' signal a preference for non-families and may violate the FHA's familial status protections. The FHA prohibits advertising that indicates a preference, limitation, or discrimination based on any protected class.
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