Landlords must avoid certain personal questions when dealing with rental applications to comply with the Fair Housing Act, state laws, and the NAR Code of Ethics. They cannot ask about a tenant’s national origin, race, marital status, familial status (whether they have children), gender, sexual orientation, religion, or disabilities.
Landlords should exercise caution by checking relevant housing laws before asking personal questions.

Landlords, Avoid These Questions On Rental Application

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Landlords, Avoid These Questions on Rental Application

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