Fair Housing
Under Iowa fair housing law, 'source of income' as a protected class means a landlord cannot refuse to rent to an applicant because:
AThe applicant earns less than the required income ratio
BThe applicant receives Section 8 or other housing assistance vouchers✓ Correct
CThe applicant's income is derived from illegal activities
DThe applicant is self-employed
Explanation
Iowa's source of income protection prevents landlords from refusing to rent solely because a tenant uses housing subsidies such as Section 8 (Housing Choice Voucher) assistance.
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