Under the Fair Housing Act, which of the following is a protected class?
Correct Answer
C) Familial status
The federal Fair Housing Act protects: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, and disability. Familial status refers to families with children under 18.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Related Concepts
Many states and localities have fair housing laws that expand upon the protections offered by the federal Fair Housing Act.
Protected classes are groups of people who are legally shielded from discrimination based on specific characteristics.
Fair housing laws apply to a broad range of activities related to housing, including sale, rental, financing, and advertising.
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