Fair Housing
A West Virginia landlord who requires a higher security deposit from a tenant with a disability than from non-disabled tenants is:
APermitted because disabled tenants may cause more damage
BViolating the Fair Housing Act's prohibition on disability discrimination✓ Correct
CAllowed if the extra deposit is refundable
DPermitted only in buildings with fewer than four units
Explanation
Charging a higher security deposit based on a tenant's disability is illegal discrimination under the Fair Housing Act. Landlords must apply consistent standards to all applicants regardless of disability.
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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.
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.
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.
BlockbustingAn illegal practice of inducing homeowners to sell by claiming that the entry of minority groups will lower property values.
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