Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act, which of the following exemptions applies to certain small landlords in Maine?
AAn owner who rents single-family homes without a broker and doesn't own more than 3 such homes✓ Correct
BAny landlord with fewer than 10 units
CLandlords who have owned the property for more than 20 years
DReligious organizations for all types of housing
Explanation
The 'Mrs. Murphy exemption' under the Fair Housing Act allows an owner-occupant with a single-family home to rent without a broker exempt from some FHA provisions, if they own 3 or fewer such homes. Maine's Human Rights Act may still apply.
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