Fair Housing
Massachusetts extends fair housing protections to 'public housing' residents. This means residents of public housing projects cannot be discriminated against based on:
AIncome level (they must be income-qualified)
BRace, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, familial status, and other protected classes✓ Correct
COnly race and disability
DOnly federally protected classes
Explanation
Fair housing protections apply to public housing residents. Even though public housing serves low-income households, residents cannot be discriminated against within that housing based on any protected class characteristic.
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Key Terms to Know
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.
Pre-ApprovalA lender's conditional commitment to loan a specific amount to a borrower, based on verified income, credit, and assets.
LienA financial claim against a property that serves as security for a debt or obligation, giving the creditor the right to foreclose if unpaid.
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