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In many jurisdictions, discrimination in rental housing based on protected characteristics such as race, gender, religion, disability, and familial status is illegal under fair housing laws. However, landlords may legally refuse to rent to individuals based on legitimate business reasons, such as poor credit history or insufficient income. If a refusal is based solely on a characteristic that is not a legitimate reason, it could be considered discriminatory and therefore illegal. Always check local laws for specific regulations, as they can vary widely.

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