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A due-on-sale clause in a mortgage requires that:

Correct Answer

B) The full loan balance be paid when the property is sold or transferred

A due-on-sale (acceleration) clause requires the borrower to pay the entire remaining loan balance when the property is sold or otherwise transferred to a new owner. This clause effectively prevents a buyer from assuming the seller's existing loan without the lender's explicit approval, allowing the lender to re-underwrite the loan or offer it at current market rates.

Answer Options
A
The interest rate adjusts automatically when the property is sold
B
The full loan balance be paid when the property is sold or transferred
C
A court must approve any transfer of the mortgaged property
D
The existing lien is released upon transfer of title

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Related Topics:

loan assumptionacceleration clauseGarn-St. Germain Actdeed of trustalienation clauseFHA assumability

Key Terms:

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