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A quality-control reviewer flags a case because the borrower pays the broker directly and the creditor also offers compensation. What correction is appropriate?

Correct Answer

B) Decline creditor compensation for that transaction

Lines 100 and 268-269; 12 CFR 1026.36(d)(2)(i). Direct consumer-paid compensation triggers the dual-compensation restriction for that transaction. Therefore, the correct response is "Decline creditor compensation for that transaction".

Answer Options
A
Treat advertising and consumer protection as satisfied by an oral manager approval.
B
Decline creditor compensation for that transaction
C
Treat prior mortgage experience as a substitute for the required compliance condition.
D
Use a generic national checklist instead of the requirement in this policy exception request.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Lines 100 and 268-269; 12 CFR 1026.36(d)(2)(i). Direct consumer-paid compensation triggers the dual-compensation restriction for that transaction. Therefore, the correct response is "Decline creditor compensation for that transaction".

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