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Under Article XV of the California Constitution, what is the maximum interest rate that may be charged on a loan or forbearance of money that is NOT arranged through a licensed real estate broker?

Correct Answer

B) 10% per annum or 5% plus the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco discount rate, whichever is greater

Article XV of the California Constitution sets the usury limit at the greater of 10% per annum or 5% plus the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco discount rate on the 25th day of the month preceding the earlier of the date of execution or the date of making of the loan.

Answer Options
A
5% per annum
B
10% per annum or 5% plus the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco discount rate, whichever is greater
C
12% per annum
D
The rate set annually by the California Commissioner of Financial Protection and Innovation

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Article XV of the California Constitution sets the usury limit at the greater of 10% per annum or 5% plus the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco discount rate on the 25th day of the month preceding the earlier of the date of execution or the date of making of the loan.

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