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Woman Apartment-Hunting in LA Can’t Believe the One Question Realtor Asks

Woman Apartment-Hunting in LA Can’t Believe the One Question Realtor Asks

Summary

A woman in Louisiana had trouble renting an apartment because her dog was not allowed by the building's insurance. The apartment owners asked her to consider giving up her dog, which she found upsetting.

Key Facts

  • A woman's dog was a barrier to her getting an apartment in New Orleans.
  • The apartment's insurance did not allow the woman's dog, and they suggested rehoming it.
  • Blair, the woman, shared her experience on social media, expressing frustration.
  • The apartment had been on the market and even lowered rent but still denied her due to the dog.
  • Insurance policies often limit certain dog breeds in rental properties for liability reasons.
  • Pit bulls, among other breeds, are commonly restricted due to stereotypes of aggression.
  • The situation prompted many online reactions, with people expressing support for Blair.

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