Which protected classes exist under federal fair housing law?

Which protected classes exist under federal fair housing law?

• A. Race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, and disability
• B. Age, income, and occupation
• C. Gender identity only
• D. Education level

Answer: (A)

Protected classes are the characteristics the federal Fair Housing Act protects in housing-related dealings. The seven protected categories are race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, and disability. This means it’s illegal to discriminate in renting, selling, advertising, or terms and conditions of housing based on any of these attributes. The other options list traits such as age, income, occupation, gender identity, or education level, which aren’t protected under federal fair housing law (though some states or localities may offer additional protections). So the list that includes all seven federal protections is the correct one.

Protected classes are the characteristics the federal Fair Housing Act protects in housing-related dealings. The seven protected categories are race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, and disability. This means it’s illegal to discriminate in renting, selling, advertising, or terms and conditions of housing based on any of these attributes. The other options list traits such as age, income, occupation, gender identity, or education level, which aren’t protected under federal fair housing law (though some states or localities may offer additional protections). So the list that includes all seven federal protections is the correct one.