Can I choose whom to rent?

[newbies]

What is the name of your state? California

I own a single family house and want to rent out an in-law unit to a student in a nearby school so I posted an ad on a website specially for people from that school. Some people outside the school saw the ad and want to rent. Can I refuse them?

Thank you in advance for your advice.

 

[Alaska landlord]

Since you know next to nothing about this business I suggest you find yourself a property manager to rent and manage your rental. I myself avoid students like the plague. As an alternative take it off the market go to amazon.com and buy a few books on renting. Look up your state landlord act, and familiarize yourself with federal laws on discrimination.
When you’re ready then start renting.

 

[PghREA]

http://www.fairhousinglaw.org/fair_housing_laws/federal_laws.html

 

[Cvillecpm]

There are exceptions to the fair housing for landlords who rent an attached unit. You should call the HUD office in San Francisco and ask them.