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Which of the following actions by an MLO would constitute prohibited appraisal influence?

Correct Answer

D) Telling the appraiser that the loan will not close unless the property appraises for the contract price

Under federal regulations, specifically the Dodd-Frank Act and appraisal independence requirements, MLOs cannot improperly influence an appraiser's valuation. Threatening that a loan will not close unless a specific value is reached constitutes prohibited influence.

Answer Options
A
Providing the appraiser with a copy of the purchase contract
B
Requesting that the appraiser inspect the property thoroughly
C
Asking the appraiser to consider recent comparable sales
D
Telling the appraiser that the loan will not close unless the property appraises for the contract price

Why This Is the Correct Answer

Under federal regulations, specifically the Dodd-Frank Act and appraisal independence requirements, MLOs cannot improperly influence an appraiser's valuation. Threatening that a loan will not close unless a specific value is reached constitutes prohibited influence.

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