Fair Housing
In South Dakota, which of the following actions is permitted under the Fair Housing Act?
AA lender refusing to make loans in a particular neighborhood based on its racial composition
BA landlord requiring a higher income-to-rent ratio for all applicants regardless of protected class✓ Correct
CAn agent showing different properties to buyers based on their national origin
DA seller refusing to accept offers from buyers of a particular religion
Explanation
Requiring a consistent income-to-rent ratio (e.g.
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