Fair Housing
An Illinois landlord advertises an apartment as 'perfect for young professionals.' Why could this be a fair housing violation?
AIt is not a violation; landlords can target marketing to specific groups
BIt could imply discrimination against older applicants based on age, violating state and local fair housing laws✓ Correct
CIt violates the familial status provisions of the federal Fair Housing Act
DIt is a violation only if the landlord charges different rents based on age
Explanation
Advertising that implies a preference for or against any protected class violates fair housing laws. 'Young professionals' implies an age preference that may violate the Illinois Human Rights Act (which protects age as a class in housing).
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