Fair Housing
A Rhode Island landlord charges a higher security deposit to tenants with disabilities who use wheelchairs because of anticipated floor damage. This is:
ALawful because the landlord has a legitimate business reason
BUnlawful discrimination based on disability under the Fair Housing Act✓ Correct
CLawful if the deposit does not exceed two months' rent
DLawful for properties with fewer than four units
Explanation
Charging a higher security deposit based on a tenant's disability is discriminatory under the Fair Housing Act. Landlords may charge for actual damages caused by disability-related modifications after the fact, but cannot impose higher deposits based on the disability itself.
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Key Terms to Know
Fair Housing Act
Federal law prohibiting discrimination in the sale, rental, or financing of housing based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and familial status.
RedliningAn illegal practice where lenders or insurers deny services or charge higher rates in certain neighborhoods based on the racial or ethnic composition of those areas.
Gross Rent Multiplier (GRM)A quick valuation metric for income properties calculated by dividing the property price by gross annual rental income.
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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