A borrower requests a copy of their appraisal report 5 days after loan closing. The lender had provided an appraisal summary during the loan process but not the full report. What is the lender's obligation?
Correct Answer
A) Must provide the report promptly without charge
Under Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA), lenders must provide copies of appraisals to applicants promptly upon request and without charge, regardless of whether the loan has closed. This obligation extends beyond closing.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Under Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA), lenders must provide copies of appraisals to applicants promptly upon request and without charge, regardless of whether the loan has closed. This obligation extends beyond closing.
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