Fair Housing
In Tennessee, 'source of income' discrimination would mean refusing to rent to someone because they:
AHave a low credit score
BUse housing vouchers (Section 8) or Social Security income✓ Correct
CAre self-employed
DWork part-time
Explanation
Source of income discrimination involves refusing to rent based on how a person earns or receives their income — such as refusing to accept Section 8 vouchers. While not federally protected, some Tennessee localities add this protection.
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