Property Management

In Montana, which of the following is a lawful reason for a landlord to reject a rental application?

AThe applicant has a service animal
BThe applicant's income is insufficient to qualify under the landlord's standard financial criteria✓ Correct
CThe applicant has children
DThe applicant is of a different national origin than the current tenants

Explanation

Landlords may lawfully reject applicants who do not meet legitimate, consistently applied financial criteria such as income requirements. Rejection based on children (familial status), national origin, or disability (service animal) violates fair housing laws.

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