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What does the lender need to do if the actual charges exceed the estimated charges by more than the allowed amount?
What does the lender need to do if the actual charges exceed the estimated charges by more than the allowed amount?
- Charge additional fees on top of the estimated charges
- Refund the excess charges to the borrower (correct)
- Ignore the difference and proceed with closing
- Reduce the actual charges to match the estimated charges
When must the lender give the closing disclosure form to the borrower?
When must the lender give the closing disclosure form to the borrower?
- After closing has already taken place
- On the day of closing
- At least three business days before closing (correct)
- At least one business day before closing
What is a characteristic of predatory lending practices according to the text?
What is a characteristic of predatory lending practices according to the text?
- Clear and transparent communication with borrowers
- Issuing loans below the actual value of the property
- Taking advantage of uninformed and vulnerable buyers (correct)
- Providing loans based on the borrower's capacity to pay
What is a requirement for higher-priced loans under federal predatory lending law?
What is a requirement for higher-priced loans under federal predatory lending law?
Which element is NOT a part of predatory lending practices mentioned in the text?
Which element is NOT a part of predatory lending practices mentioned in the text?
Who do predatory lenders typically target according to the text?
Who do predatory lenders typically target according to the text?
What is a key restriction related to higher-priced loans under federal predatory lending law?
What is a key restriction related to higher-priced loans under federal predatory lending law?
What action must be taken if some charges exceed specific limitations?
What action must be taken if some charges exceed specific limitations?
What is a consequence of waivers at closing according to the content?
What is a consequence of waivers at closing according to the content?
What aspect defines predatory lending practices as mentioned in the text?
What aspect defines predatory lending practices as mentioned in the text?