Fair Housing
A Massachusetts landlord refuses to rent to a family with children, citing a 'no children' policy. This is:
ALegal because landlords can set their own rules
BLegal only for owner-occupied properties with 3 or fewer units
CA violation of fair housing laws protecting familial status✓ Correct
DLegal if the lease was signed before 1988
Explanation
Familial status is a protected class under both federal and Massachusetts fair housing laws. A 'no children' policy discriminates against families with children and is illegal, with limited exceptions for qualifying senior housing.
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