Fair Housing
Under Massachusetts Chapter 151B, a real estate licensee may NOT ask a prospective tenant:
ATheir monthly income
BWhether they have ever been evicted for non-payment of rent
CWhether they have children✓ Correct
DWhether they have prior landlord references
Explanation
Asking whether a prospective tenant has children reveals familial status, a protected class. While landlords may ask about income and rental history, questions that reveal protected class membership (including familial status) should be avoided to prevent discrimination claims.
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