A branch supervisor is reviewing a mortgage file during a company policy update. Which statement correctly handles refinance benefit and repayment-ability review?
Correct Answer
D) Avoid refinancing that increases cost without benefit
Refinance recommendations should be evaluated for borrower benefit, repayment ability, and steering risk. 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. The best answer is "Avoid refinancing that increases cost without benefit".
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