Fair Housing
A Massachusetts landlord who charges a higher security deposit to a tenant with a disability 'because disabled tenants may cause more wear and tear' has:
AMade a reasonable business decision
BViolated fair housing laws by treating the tenant differently based on disability✓ Correct
CActed within their rights since security deposits are negotiable
DComplied with Massachusetts law if the deposit is within the 1-month maximum
Explanation
Charging higher security deposits or imposing different terms based on disability violates the federal Fair Housing Act and Massachusetts Chapter 151B. Landlords must apply consistent policies to all tenants regardless of disability status.
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