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Financing Practice Question

The maximum escrow cushion a lender can require under RESPA is:
A
One month's escrow payment
B
Two months' escrow payments
C
Three months' escrow payments
D
Six months' escrow payments
Explanation

RESPA limits the escrow cushion (reserve) that lenders can require to two months' worth of escrow payments. This cushion provides a buffer for property tax or insurance increases but prevents lenders from requiring excessive reserves.

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