Fair Housing
Source of Income (CA)
A concise definition for the California Real Estate Exam study guide.
Definition
California protects source of income (including housing vouchers/Section 8) as a protected class in housing. Landlords generally cannot refuse to rent based on a tenant's source of income.
Why it matters on the California real estate exam
Know the definition, recognize how the term appears in a fact pattern, and compare it with related concepts before choosing an answer.
Study this topic in context
Read the related chapter for the surrounding concepts, examples, and exam tips.
Chapter 11: Fair Housing →