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An internal audit flags MLO compensation and MLO Compensation Rules. Which response best protects compliance?

Correct Answer

A) Decline dual compensation when the consumer pays directly

loan originator compensation cannot be based on transaction terms or proxies and dual compensation is restricted. This item uses an exam-style scenario; any file details in the stem are illustrative and the governing rule controls the compliant response. The best answer is "Decline dual compensation when the consumer pays directly".

Answer Options
A
Decline dual compensation when the consumer pays directly
B
Apply the rule only after a regulator requests the file.
C
Treat the compliance requirement as optional because closing is near.
D
Continue processing without correcting the disclosure, licensing, compensation, or consumer-protection issue.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

loan originator compensation cannot be based on transaction terms or proxies and dual compensation is restricted. This item uses an exam-style scenario; any file details in the stem are illustrative and the governing rule controls the compliant response. The best answer is "Decline dual compensation when the consumer pays directly".

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