NMLS Updated MLO Exam Questions and Answers by haleema

A servicing transfer is when the responsibility for collecting payments, managing escrow accounts, and handling other aspects of loan servicing is moved from one lender or servicer to another. This is regulated by RESPA, which requires timely notification to borrowers.

“A servicing transfer is the transfer of the right to collect payments and service a mortgage loan from one servicer to another.”

— CFPB, RESPA Servicing Transfer Disclosures

A borrower who knowingly makes false statements on a federally related mortgage loan to obtain property can face severe penalties under federal law. The penalties can include:

A fine of up to $1 million.

Imprisonment for up to 30 years.

These penalties fall under federal statutes such as 18 U.S.C. § 1014, which covers fraud and false statements related to loan applications. This is a serious offense, and the law is designed to deter fraud in federally related mortgage transactions.

The loan-to-value (LTV) ratio is calculated by dividing the loan amount by the lesser of the appraised value or the purchase price of the property. This protects lenders from over-lending on a property that may have a sales price above its actual market value.

“The loan-to-value ratio is calculated by dividing the loan amount by the lesser of the appraised value or sales price.”

— Fannie Mae Selling Guide; SAFE MLO National Test Study Guide

First, calculate the monthly interest-only payment:

Loan Amount: $239,500

Interest Rate: 7.25% annual

Monthly Interest: $239,500 × 0.0725 ÷ 12 = $1,447.29

Add escrow for taxes and insurance:

Annual Insurance: $551 ÷ 12 = $45.92

Annual Taxes: $1,773 ÷ 12 = $147.75

Total escrow per month: $45.92 + $147.75 = $193.67

Total monthly payment:

$1,447.29 (interest-only) + $193.67 (escrow) = $1,640.96

Closest answer: C. $1,640.65

The slight difference is likely due to rounding, but C is the best match.