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Topics to review
- Property ownership, agency and disclosure
- Contracts, financing and escrow
- Real estate law and fair-housing rules
- Valuation, math and transaction practice
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Q1What is the function of a "release clause" in a mortgage?
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✓ Correct answer: Allow the release of some properties upon partial payment, when more than one property is used as security for the debt
A release clause, commonly found in a blanket mortgage, permits segments of the property to be released from a lien as payments are made.<br/><br/>.
Q2When a mortgage loan has been fully repaid, it is crucial for the borrower to ensure that:
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✓ Correct answer: A satisfaction of mortgage is recorded.
The recording process formalizes the owner's "paid in full" status. Failure to complete this step can often result in the lender's interest remaining listed, leading to complications if the owner intends to sell or secure new financing.
Q3A VA loan can be approved for the acquisition of a property, which can range from a one-family to a four-family unit, as long as:
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✓ Correct answer: the VA loan applicant agrees to live there.
While the rules and terms may vary, VA loans offer low down payment and below market interest rates, contingent upon the borrower residing in the property.
Q4The building has an estimated remaining economic life of 25 years. What is the annual recapture rate when applying the straight-line method?
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✓ Correct answer: 4%
100% (total depreciation) divided by 25 years = 4% depreciation per year.
Q5The provision in a trust deed or mortgage that allows the lender to demand full repayment of the outstanding balance immediately in the event of default is known as:
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✓ Correct answer: acceleration clause.
This clause safeguards the lender's interest and typically serves as an initial stage in the foreclosure process. Despite this, borrowers still have opportunities to reinstate monthly payments and should be aware of their available options.
Q6The clause that grants the lender the authority to terminate the loan in the event of property title transfer is referred to as a(n)
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✓ Correct answer: alienation clause
In mortgage terminology, an alienation clause is a provision in the contract with the lender that stipulates the borrower must fully pay off the mortgage before transferring the property to another party.
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