Fair Housing
Oregon's 'Landlord Tenant Act' contains provisions specifically protecting survivors of domestic violence. Which of the following is such a protection?
ALandlords must provide free rent to domestic violence survivors
BSurvivors may terminate a lease early with proper documentation without early termination penalty✓ Correct
CLandlords must evict alleged abusers from all units at survivor's request
DSurvivors are exempt from all screening criteria
Explanation
Under ORS 90.453, Oregon tenants who are survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, or harassment may terminate a fixed-term lease early (with 14 days notice and qualifying documentation) without paying early termination fees.
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Title Insurance
Insurance protecting against financial loss from defects in a property's title that existed before closing but were unknown at the time of purchase.
Fair Housing ActFederal law prohibiting discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and familial status.
SteeringAn illegal practice where a real estate agent directs buyers toward or away from certain neighborhoods based on the buyer's race, religion, national origin, or other protected characteristics.
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