On BP and even other online forums, discussions about pit bulls seem to be quite like discussion of politics or religion - one side vehemently defends their position and will not be readily persuaded to accept the position of the other side ;)

On top of what Charles just stated, it is illegal to descriminate against race, religion, or sexual orientation.

It's very interesting to hear people talk about money like it's a religion.

From the HUD website:----------------------In the Sale and Rental of Housing: No one may take any of the following actions based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status or handicap: * Refuse to rent or sell housing * Refuse to negotiate for housing * Make housing unavailable * Deny a dwelling * Set different terms, conditions or privileges for sale or rental of a dwelling * Provide different housing services or facilities * Falsely deny that housing is available for inspection, sale, or rental * For profit, persuade owners to sell or rent (blockbusting) or * Deny anyone access to or membership in a facility or service (such as a multiple listing service) related to the sale or rental of housing.

@Champak Shah I’m curious, do you always ask what the religion is of your client’s lenders?

So forget religion, it has nothing to do with FHA.Red flags galore here as to how good the information is that you have been given and the reasons behind the information given.

That covers gender, religion, race, etc.

We attended the same religious affiliation and had LOTS of discussions on religion and soon, real estate.

It's just people wanting to control other people and using religion to do so, even when those other people are value-add contributors to society.

As long as you're not denying the applicant based on gender, race, religion, etc. you can turn him down based on his behavior.