The Trainer
LEASING TO EMANCIPATED MINORS; COMPLYING WITH LEAD-PAINT RULES
In this month's feature, we discussed how to deal with applications from emancipated minors. The HUD Handbook doesn't provide much guidance, and state laws regarding minors vary. But leasing to an underage applicant who's not qualified—or denying a lease to a minor who is qualified—can get you into trouble.