CALP Certification Exam 2026 | Certified
Apartment Leasing Professional Practice
Questions & Correct Answers | NAA CALP
Exam Prep
CALP CERTIFICATION EXAM 2026
Certified Apartment Leasing Professional Practice Questions & Correct
Answers
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• Comprehensive 200-question practice exam designed to simulate actual NAA
CALP certification test conditions with real-world scenarios
• Study this material by working through sections systematically, reviewing
rationales for both correct and incorrect answers to strengthen understanding of
leasing fundamentals
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SECTION 1: FAIR HOUSING & LEGAL COMPLIANCE (Questions 1-30)
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Question 1: Under the Fair Housing Act, which of the following is a
PROHIBITED protected class?
A) Age and employment status
B) National origin and religion
C) Sexual preference and military status
D) Color and disability
E) Education level and income source
*** CORRECT ANSWER: B ***
Rationale: The Fair Housing Act explicitly protects individuals based on race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, familial status, and disability. Options A, C, and E are
not protected classes under federal law. While disability (Option D) is protected,
,national origin and religion (Option B) are the two most consistently protected
classes that appear in this question. Age is covered under different statutes like the
Age Discrimination in Employment Act, not the FHA.
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Question 2: A prospective tenant asks if the community is good for families
with children. What is the appropriate response?
A) "This community doesn't welcome families with children"
B) "We treat all residents equally regardless of familial status; let me show you our
family-friendly amenities"
C) "Families with children typically don't fit here"
D) "We prefer adults only in our community"
E) "Children must be supervised at all times or they cannot live here"
*** CORRECT ANSWER: B ***
Rationale: Fair Housing laws prohibit discrimination based on familial status. A
proper response acknowledges the applicant's question while treating all families
equally and highlighting available amenities. Options A, C, and D are clear violations
of familial status protections. Option E imposes a condition not applied equally.
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Question 3: When must reasonable accommodations be provided under the
Fair Housing Act?
A) Only when requested in writing by an attorney
B) Only for elderly residents over 65 years old
C) When an individual with a disability requests a modification or assistance
D) Only at the property manager's discretion
E) Never, as it is optional under all circumstances
,*** CORRECT ANSWER: C ***
Rationale: Reasonable accommodations must be provided to individuals with
disabilities upon request. The request does not need to come from an attorney, is
not limited to elderly residents, and is not discretionary. Providing reasonable
accommodations is a legal requirement, not optional.
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Question 4: What is the maximum amount of time given to a property to
respond to a formal Fair Housing complaint?
A) 30 days
B) 45 days
C) 60 days
D) 90 days
E) 180 days
*** CORRECT ANSWER: D ***
Rationale: The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires
properties to respond to formal Fair Housing complaints within 90 days. This
timeframe allows adequate investigation and documentation of the complaint.
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Question 5: Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which facility
modification is required?
A) Wheelchair ramps at all entrances
B) Reserved parking spaces for disabled residents
C) Both A and B
D) Accessible routes to primary functions only
E) Modifications only when specifically requested and reasonable
, *** CORRECT ANSWER: E ***
Rationale: While the ADA requires certain accessibility standards, reasonable
accommodations must be provided when requested. However, not all properties
must have ramps at all entrances if alternative accessible routes exist. Reserved
disabled parking is recommended but specific ADA requirements depend on facility
size and type. The key principle is providing reasonable accommodations upon
request.
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Question 6: What action is PROHIBITED when a tenant requests a service
animal accommodation?
A) Asking for proof of disability
B) Asking what specific tasks the animal performs
C) Requiring a pet fee or deposit for the service animal
D) Documenting the accommodation in writing
E) Requesting veterinary records
*** CORRECT ANSWER: C ***
Rationale: Service animals are not considered pets under the ADA, so no pet fees or
deposits can be charged. You may ask what tasks the animal performs and may
require documentation of disability-related need, but cannot charge additional
fees. You cannot ask for proof of disability or specific diagnoses, but can inquire
about the disability-related relationship.
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Question 7: A tenant receives a lease violation notice. What timeline must be
provided before lease termination proceedings?
A) Immediate termination without notice
B) 24 hours
Apartment Leasing Professional Practice
Questions & Correct Answers | NAA CALP
Exam Prep
CALP CERTIFICATION EXAM 2026
Certified Apartment Leasing Professional Practice Questions & Correct
Answers
═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════
════════════════════════
• Comprehensive 200-question practice exam designed to simulate actual NAA
CALP certification test conditions with real-world scenarios
• Study this material by working through sections systematically, reviewing
rationales for both correct and incorrect answers to strengthen understanding of
leasing fundamentals
═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════
════════════════════════
SECTION 1: FAIR HOUSING & LEGAL COMPLIANCE (Questions 1-30)
═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════
════════════════════════
Question 1: Under the Fair Housing Act, which of the following is a
PROHIBITED protected class?
A) Age and employment status
B) National origin and religion
C) Sexual preference and military status
D) Color and disability
E) Education level and income source
*** CORRECT ANSWER: B ***
Rationale: The Fair Housing Act explicitly protects individuals based on race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, familial status, and disability. Options A, C, and E are
not protected classes under federal law. While disability (Option D) is protected,
,national origin and religion (Option B) are the two most consistently protected
classes that appear in this question. Age is covered under different statutes like the
Age Discrimination in Employment Act, not the FHA.
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════════════════════════
Question 2: A prospective tenant asks if the community is good for families
with children. What is the appropriate response?
A) "This community doesn't welcome families with children"
B) "We treat all residents equally regardless of familial status; let me show you our
family-friendly amenities"
C) "Families with children typically don't fit here"
D) "We prefer adults only in our community"
E) "Children must be supervised at all times or they cannot live here"
*** CORRECT ANSWER: B ***
Rationale: Fair Housing laws prohibit discrimination based on familial status. A
proper response acknowledges the applicant's question while treating all families
equally and highlighting available amenities. Options A, C, and D are clear violations
of familial status protections. Option E imposes a condition not applied equally.
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════════════════════════
Question 3: When must reasonable accommodations be provided under the
Fair Housing Act?
A) Only when requested in writing by an attorney
B) Only for elderly residents over 65 years old
C) When an individual with a disability requests a modification or assistance
D) Only at the property manager's discretion
E) Never, as it is optional under all circumstances
,*** CORRECT ANSWER: C ***
Rationale: Reasonable accommodations must be provided to individuals with
disabilities upon request. The request does not need to come from an attorney, is
not limited to elderly residents, and is not discretionary. Providing reasonable
accommodations is a legal requirement, not optional.
═══════════════════════════════════════════════════════
════════════════════════
Question 4: What is the maximum amount of time given to a property to
respond to a formal Fair Housing complaint?
A) 30 days
B) 45 days
C) 60 days
D) 90 days
E) 180 days
*** CORRECT ANSWER: D ***
Rationale: The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires
properties to respond to formal Fair Housing complaints within 90 days. This
timeframe allows adequate investigation and documentation of the complaint.
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Question 5: Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which facility
modification is required?
A) Wheelchair ramps at all entrances
B) Reserved parking spaces for disabled residents
C) Both A and B
D) Accessible routes to primary functions only
E) Modifications only when specifically requested and reasonable
, *** CORRECT ANSWER: E ***
Rationale: While the ADA requires certain accessibility standards, reasonable
accommodations must be provided when requested. However, not all properties
must have ramps at all entrances if alternative accessible routes exist. Reserved
disabled parking is recommended but specific ADA requirements depend on facility
size and type. The key principle is providing reasonable accommodations upon
request.
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Question 6: What action is PROHIBITED when a tenant requests a service
animal accommodation?
A) Asking for proof of disability
B) Asking what specific tasks the animal performs
C) Requiring a pet fee or deposit for the service animal
D) Documenting the accommodation in writing
E) Requesting veterinary records
*** CORRECT ANSWER: C ***
Rationale: Service animals are not considered pets under the ADA, so no pet fees or
deposits can be charged. You may ask what tasks the animal performs and may
require documentation of disability-related need, but cannot charge additional
fees. You cannot ask for proof of disability or specific diagnoses, but can inquire
about the disability-related relationship.
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Question 7: A tenant receives a lease violation notice. What timeline must be
provided before lease termination proceedings?
A) Immediate termination without notice
B) 24 hours
