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Under what circumstances can a lender freeze or reduce a HELOC credit line?

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B) When the property value declines significantly below the original appraised value

Under Regulation Z Section 226.5b, lenders may freeze or reduce a HELOC credit line under specific circumstances, including when the value of the dwelling securing the plan declines significantly below its original appraised value, among other conditions such as material change in financial circumstances.

Answer Options
A
Only if the borrower misses a payment
B
When the property value declines significantly below the original appraised value
C
Never, once the credit line is established
D
Only with 30 days written notice to the borrower

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Under Regulation Z Section 226.5b, lenders may freeze or reduce a HELOC credit line under specific circumstances, including when the value of the dwelling securing the plan declines significantly below its original appraised value, among other conditions such as material change in financial circumstances.

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