Fair Housing
Which of the following is a permissible question for a Mississippi landlord to ask a prospective tenant?
A'Do you have any children?'
B'Are you married?'
C'Can you provide proof of income to show you meet our rent-to-income ratio requirement?'✓ Correct
D'What country are you from?'
Explanation
Landlords may ask applicants neutral, non-discriminatory questions related to ability to pay rent, such as income verification. Questions about children (familial status), marital status (sex/national origin), or national origin are prohibited.
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