An MLO learns that a competing lender is offering the same borrower better terms than what the MLO's company can provide. The MLO's ethical obligation is to:
Correct Answer
B) Advise the borrower to compare all available options
MLOs have a duty to act in the borrower's best interest, which includes advising them to shop around and compare options. This duty supersedes the MLO's business interests.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
MLOs have a duty to act in the borrower's best interest, which includes advising them to shop around and compare options. This duty supersedes the MLO's business interests.
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