1 of 10 - Lily, a licensee, has been referring her first-time home buyers to Safe Insurance Company for all of their insurance needs. The insurance company has been providing Lily with "motivation" in the form of cash to keep the referrals coming. Which law or act prohibits this type of violation?
Fair Lending Laws
RESPA
Equal Credit Opportunity Act
Both A and C
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RESPA prohibits kickbacks or unearned fees for referring customers to insurance agencies, etc.
2 of 10 - Jacinda makes collections on real estate loans. Last year, she made approximately 20 collections and collected $38,000. Must Jacinda be licensed?
Yes, if a collector makes more than ten annual collections, or collects more than $40,000, he/she must be licensed as a California real estate broker.
No, if a collector makes more than forty annual collections, or collects more than $10,000, he/she must be licensed as a California real estate broker.
Yes, if a collector makes more than fifteen annual collections, or collects more than $40,000, he/she must be licensed as a California real estate broker.
Yes, if a collector makes more than twenty annual collections, or collects more than $30,000, he/she must be licensed as a California real estate broker.
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Anyone who negotiates real estate loans must be a real estate licensee, and anyone who makes more than 10 collections or collects more than $40,000 on real estate loans must be licensed as a California real estate Broker.
3 of 10 - Beverly, an African-American woman, has applied for a mortgage on a new home. She has a reliable job as a court reporter and has been employed for ten years. Her income is substantial enough to pay a mortgage, in her budget, and still have seventy percent of her income remaining. She has, however, been at least ninety days late on several bills one year ago. Beverly has since caught up on her credit card bills, paid them on time, and reduced their balances by half. She has just been turned down for a mortgage by her bank. Has she been discriminated against?
Perhaps. She may have been turned down because she is an African -American woman. She has a steady job with a decent income. Her small brush with delinquency should not have led to a refusal.
No. Beverly's brush with delinquency is too fresh on her record for the bank to issue a mortgage. Although she has taken the steps to correct the issues, ninety days late on several debts is substantial. She more than likely did not meet the bank's financial requirements.
No. Beverly's income must not be substantial enough for the home she is wanting to buy.
None of the Above
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4 of 10 - Jim and Kim Scott have been working very hard to rebuild their credit. They are now in good financial shape to buy their first home. The couple has been working with a mortgage broker, Ted, to assist them in finding the best loan. They complete the application, are approved for a loan, complete other paperwork, and are now obligated to complete the loan. A week before they are due to close, they receive the Mortgage Disclosure Statement, outlining all of the costs and terms associated with the loan. The costs and terms are not what they had previously understood. Are they stuck with this loan?
Yes, they have had several opportunities to fully question and understand the terms and costs associated with their loan.
No, the Mortgage Disclosure Statement should have been presented to them within three days of the broker's receipt of their written loan application, or before the Scotts were obligated to take the loan.
No, the Mortgage Disclosure Statement should have been presented to them within seven days of the broker's receipt of their written loan application, or before the Scotts were obligated to take the loan.
Yes, unfortunately they are stuck with the loan. It was the Scotts' responsibility to ask for the Mortgage Disclosure Statement so they were clear on the terms and costs associated with the loan.
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The Mortgage Loan Broker Law requires all loan brokers to give all borrowers the Mortgage Disclosure Statement within 3 days of receipt of a completed written loan application or before the borrower becomes obligated for the loan, whichever is earlier.
5 of 10 - Under Article 7, what is the maximum amount that may be charged to the borrower for loan costs and expenses? Also, under Article 7, if the home is not occupied by the owner, under what circumstance is the loan exempt from a balloon payment?
The maximum amount that may be charged to the borrower for loan costs and expenses is 5% of the loan, or $490.00, to a maximum of $800.00. If the loan term is less than three years, and the home is not occupied by the owner, the loan is exempt from balloon payments.
The maximum amount that may be charged to the borrower for loan costs and expenses is 3% of the loan, or $390.00, to a maximum of $700.00. If the loan term is less than three years, and the home is not occupied by the owner, the loan is exempt from balloon payments.
The maximum amount that may be charged to the borrower for loan costs and expenses is 5% of the loan, or $390.00, to a maximum of $700.00. If the loan term is less than three years, and the home is not occupied by the owner, the loan is exempt from balloon payments.
The maximum amount that may be charged to the borrower for loan costs and expenses is 5% of the loan, or $390.00, to a maximum of $700.00. If the loan term is six or more years, and the home is not occupied by the owner, the loan is exempt from balloon payments.
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Any costs and expenses of making a loan must meet the requirements set forth in Article 7. The charges made to a borrower cannot exceed 5% of the loan or $390.00, whichever is greater, to a maximum of $700.00. If the home is NOT occupied by the owner, then the loans are exempt from balloon payments, IF the loan term is less than 3 years.
6 of 10 - What is the true purpose of Truth in Lending Law?
Closing Costs
Controlling Interest Rates
Disclosure
APR
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The purpose of the Truth in Lending Law is disclosure with the law requiring lenders to disclose to buyers the true cost of obtaining credit so that the borrower can compare the costs of various lenders.
7 of 10 - Deanna is thinking of taking the step from renter to homeowner. She has a very stable position as a surgical nurse and excellent credit. She doesn't, however, have a large sum of cash handy for the down payment. One Sunday morning, she notices advertising for new condos where "no down payment is required." Should she look for any other information in the ad?
No, the "no down payment required" gives her the initial information to peak her interest and take a look at the condos. After taking a look at the property, they can fill her in on all the details.
Yes, she should make sure the amount or percentage of down payment is there; annual percentage rate and if an increase is possible; total finance charge; and total number of payments and due dates.
Yes, she should make sure the amount or percentage of down payment is there; terms of repayment; annual percentage rate and if an increase is possible; total finance charge; and total number of payments and due dates.
Yes, she should make sure the amount or percentage of down payment is there; terms of repayment; annual percentage rate and if an increase is possible; and total number of payments and due dates.
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8 of 10 - Sam is selling one of his rental homes. His advertisement reads: "For Sale By Owner - Owner Will Finance - No Down Payment!" What are the criteria for being considered a creditor under Truth in Lending?
A lender must lend funds 25 times a year and/or must lend the funds for at least five housing loans annually.
A lender must lend funds five times a year and/or must lend the funds for at least 25 housing loans annually.
A lender must lend funds 20 times a year and/or must lend the funds for at least five housing loans annually.
Every lender is considered a Truth in Lending creditor and must follow all of the law's regulations.
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9 of 10 - What are the steps set forth for a real property securities dealer? Which Article do the regulations fall under?
Obtaining a Commissioner's Permit; an RPSD endorsement on a broker license; and proof of a $10,000 surety bond. The regulations fall under Article 6.
Obtaining a Commissioner's Permit and proof of a $10,000 surety bond. The regulations fall under Article 5.
Obtaining a Commissioner's Permit; an RPSD endorsement on a broker license; and proof of a $10,000 surety bond. The regulations fall under Article 4.
None of the Above
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10 of 10 - What is included in the APR?
The total cost of the loan including: the finance charge, all legal fees, survey fees, recording fees, broker's fees, and title insurance premiums.
The total finance charge to the total amount to be financed.
The total finance charge (including a computation of unearned finance charges) to the total amount to be financed.
None of the Above
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The annual percentage rate (APR) is the relationship of the total finance charge to the total amount to be financed, permitting consumers to compare rates and to determine the true annual cost of borrowing.
