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In a Maryland consumer complaint response, a compliance manager sees a compliance issue involving licensing and NMLS authority. What should the file reflect?

Correct Answer

B) Maryland requires the stated MLO licensing or NMLS authority before covered origination activity.

Maryland MLO licensing exemptions include an individual negotiating with or on behalf of an immediate family member, negotiating a loan secured by the individual's own residence, and a licensed attorney negotiating as an ancillary matter unless compensated by a mortgage lender, broker, MLO, or their agent.

Answer Options
A
Every support or referral activity automatically requires the same license regardless of role or supervision.
B
Maryland requires the stated MLO licensing or NMLS authority before covered origination activity.
C
The exemption applies broadly even when the person performs public loan originator activity for compensation.
D
Processor, underwriter, attorney, family, and real-estate-broker distinctions are left entirely to private contract.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Maryland MLO licensing exemptions include an individual negotiating with or on behalf of an immediate family member, negotiating a loan secured by the individual's own residence, and a licensed attorney negotiating as an ancillary matter unless compensated by a mortgage lender, broker, MLO, or their agent.

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