For a Qualified Mortgage under the ATR rule, what is the maximum back-end DTI ratio allowed under the General QM category?
Correct Answer
C) 43%
Under the Ability-to-Repay (ATR) rule, General Qualified Mortgages have a maximum back-end DTI ratio of 43%. This is a bright-line test that creates a safe harbor for lenders. The 43% limit helps ensure borrowers have sufficient income to repay the loan.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
Under the Ability-to-Repay (ATR) rule, General Qualified Mortgages have a maximum back-end DTI ratio of 43%. This is a bright-line test that creates a safe harbor for lenders. The 43% limit helps ensure borrowers have sufficient income to repay the loan.
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