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Under Illinois anti-predatory lending provisions, a 'high-cost home loan' is defined primarily by:

Correct Answer

B) The loan's annual percentage rate (APR) or total points and fees exceeding specified thresholds

Illinois defines a high-cost home loan based on the loan's APR exceeding a specified threshold above a benchmark rate, or the total points and fees exceeding a specified percentage of the loan amount. These quantitative triggers determine whether enhanced protections apply.

Answer Options
A
The property's appraised value being above $750,000
B
The loan's annual percentage rate (APR) or total points and fees exceeding specified thresholds
C
The borrower's credit score being below 580
D
The loan being originated by an online-only lender with no physical office in Illinois

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Illinois defines a high-cost home loan based on the loan's APR exceeding a specified threshold above a benchmark rate, or the total points and fees exceeding a specified percentage of the loan amount. These quantitative triggers determine whether enhanced protections apply.

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