A mortgage lender discovers a loan defect after selling the loan to an investor. Under typical secondary market agreements, what is the most likely outcome?
Correct Answer
C) The lender may be required to repurchase the loan
Secondary market sale agreements typically include representations and warranties by the seller. If a material defect is discovered that violates these representations, the investor can usually require the originator to repurchase the defective loan.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Secondary market sale agreements typically include representations and warranties by the seller. If a material defect is discovered that violates these representations, the investor can usually require the originator to repurchase the defective loan.
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