Fair Housing
In Maine, housing advertising that uses the phrase 'no Section 8' is:
APerfectly legal as Section 8 is a government program, not a protected class
BIllegal because Maine's source of income protections cover housing vouchers✓ Correct
CLegal in rural areas but not in Portland
DOnly prohibited for landlords with more than 10 units
Explanation
Maine's Human Rights Act prohibits housing discrimination based on source of income, which includes housing choice vouchers (Section 8). Advertising 'no Section 8' violates Maine's fair housing protections.
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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.
Pre-ApprovalA lender's conditional commitment to loan a specific amount to a borrower, based on verified income, credit, and assets.
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