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A borrower's property is located in a Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) with an existing flood insurance policy that expires 15 days after the scheduled loan closing. What action must the lender take?

Correct Answer

B) Require evidence that the policy will be renewed before closing

Under the Flood Disaster Protection Act, lenders must ensure continuous flood insurance coverage throughout the life of the loan. The lender must require evidence that the existing policy will be renewed or replaced before it expires to maintain uninterrupted coverage.

Answer Options
A
Accept the existing policy since it covers the closing date
B
Require evidence that the policy will be renewed before closing
C
Purchase force-placed insurance to take effect immediately after the existing policy expires
D
Delay the closing until a new policy is obtained with at least 30 days remaining

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Under the Flood Disaster Protection Act, lenders must ensure continuous flood insurance coverage throughout the life of the loan. The lender must require evidence that the existing policy will be renewed or replaced before it expires to maintain uninterrupted coverage.

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