Fair Housing
Which of the following types of housing is exempt from the federal Fair Housing Act's familial status protection?
ASingle-family homes sold through an agent
BQualifying senior housing (55+ communities)✓ Correct
CPublic housing
DSubsidized low-income housing
Explanation
Qualifying senior housing (55+ communities meeting HUD requirements) is exempt from the familial status protections of the Fair Housing Act, allowing them to restrict residency to older persons.
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