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A borrower discovers at the closing table that the lender changed the loan product from a fixed-rate to an adjustable-rate mortgage without providing a new Loan Estimate. The borrower wants to proceed but is concerned about the change. What is the MLO's best course of action?

Correct Answer

C) Stop the closing and provide a new Loan Estimate with a new three-day waiting period

Under TRID rules, a change from fixed-rate to adjustable-rate mortgage is a significant change requiring a new Loan Estimate and a new three-business-day waiting period before closing, regardless of borrower consent.

Answer Options
A
Proceed with closing since the borrower consents to the change
B
Complete the closing but document the borrower's verbal consent
C
Stop the closing and provide a new Loan Estimate with a new three-day waiting period
D
Allow the closing if the new terms are more favorable to the borrower

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Under TRID rules, a change from fixed-rate to adjustable-rate mortgage is a significant change requiring a new Loan Estimate and a new three-business-day waiting period before closing, regardless of borrower consent.

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