Alex is reviewing a mortgage file involving refinance benefit and TILA — Qualified Mortgage. Which response best follows the governing rule?
Correct Answer
B) Avoid refinancing that increases cost without benefit
refinance recommendations should be evaluated for borrower benefit, repayment ability, and steering risk. 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 "Avoid refinancing that increases cost without benefit".
Why This Is the Correct Answer
refinance recommendations should be evaluated for borrower benefit, repayment ability, and steering risk. 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 "Avoid refinancing that increases cost without benefit".
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