Fair Housing
A Montana apartment owner has 4 units and lives in one of them. They refuse to rent to a family with children. Which statement is correct?
AThis is fully exempt from the Fair Housing Act because the owner occupies the building
BThis may still violate Montana's Human Rights Act, which may have fewer exemptions than the federal act✓ Correct
CThis is always legal regardless of state law
DThis is only an issue if the owner uses a real estate agent
Explanation
While a small owner-occupied building may qualify for a federal Fair Housing exemption, Montana's Human Rights Act may provide broader protections with fewer exemptions. Refusing to rent to families with children may still violate Montana law.
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