Fair Housing
A Vermont property manager who gives shorter lease terms to tenants who speak limited English compared to English-speaking tenants is discriminating based on:
ALease duration preferences
BNational origin — limited English proficiency is closely associated with national origin, a protected class✓ Correct
CLanguage skills, which are not protected
DCreditworthiness
Explanation
Discrimination based on limited English proficiency is considered national origin discrimination under the Fair Housing Act, as language is closely tied to national origin. Vermont licensees and property managers must treat all tenants equally regardless of their language abilities.
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