CRM Fair Housing Laws 2

Question 1

Under the Fair Housing Act, which of the following is considered a protected class at the federal level?

Accepted Answer

Familial status

Answer

Familial status is one of the seven federally protected classes under the Fair Housing Act of 1968 as amended in 1988.

Question 2

A property manager refuses to show a unit to a prospective tenant because she has three children. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Familial status discrimination

Answer

Refusing to rent to someone because they have children constitutes familial status discrimination under the Fair Housing Act.

Question 3

Which federal agency primarily enforces the Fair Housing Act?

Accepted Answer

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

Answer

HUD is the primary federal agency responsible for enforcing the Fair Housing Act and investigating complaints.

Question 4

An ad stating 'Ideal for young professionals — no families please' violates fair housing because it discriminates based on:

Accepted Answer

Familial status and age

Answer

The phrase 'no families' discriminates on familial status, and implying an age preference may also implicate protected characteristics.

Question 5

A landlord charges a higher security deposit to a tenant who uses a wheelchair. This practice violates fair housing protections related to:

Accepted Answer

Disability

Answer

Charging different terms or conditions based on a person's disability is prohibited under the Fair Housing Act.

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