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In a county where the conforming loan limit is $766,550, a borrower obtains an $800,000 loan. Six months later, the conforming limit increases to $850,000 due to area median home price changes. The loan classification:

Correct Answer

B) Remains jumbo because classification is determined at origination

Loan classification (conforming vs. non-conforming/jumbo) is determined at the time of origination based on the limits in effect at that time. Subsequent changes to conforming loan limits do not retroactively change the loan's classification.

Answer Options
A
Automatically becomes conforming due to the limit increase
B
Remains jumbo because classification is determined at origination
C
Can be reclassified if the borrower requests it
D
Becomes conforming only if sold to a GSE

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Loan classification (conforming vs. non-conforming/jumbo) is determined at the time of origination based on the limits in effect at that time. Subsequent changes to conforming loan limits do not retroactively change the loan's classification.

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