Fair Housing
Under the Fair Housing Act, which of the following is NOT generally a permissible reason to reject a rental applicant?
AInsufficient income to pay rent
BPoor credit history
CReligion✓ Correct
DPrior eviction for property damage
Explanation
Religion is a protected class under the Fair Housing Act. Rejecting an applicant because of their religion is prohibited discrimination.
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