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A compliance review finds that an MLO refers a borrower to an affiliated title agency. What should the MLO do next?

Correct Answer

B) Give the AFBA disclosure and avoid required use

Lines 250-254; 12 CFR 1024.15(b). The affiliate relationship must be disclosed, the borrower cannot be required to use the affiliate, and referral compensation cannot be disguised. Therefore, the correct response is "Give the AFBA disclosure and avoid required use".

Answer Options
A
Ignore the issue if the borrower orally agrees to continue.
B
Give the AFBA disclosure and avoid required use
C
Proceed based only on borrower preference and document the file later.
D
Rely on sales practice rather than required verification, disclosure, or documentation.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Lines 250-254; 12 CFR 1024.15(b). The affiliate relationship must be disclosed, the borrower cannot be required to use the affiliate, and referral compensation cannot be disguised. Therefore, the correct response is "Give the AFBA disclosure and avoid required use".

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