Uniform Residential Loan Application Overview

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What is the purpose of collecting demographic information during the application process?

To ensure compliance with fair lending laws (correct)

To determine eligibility for different loan types

To identify potential borrowers for marketing purposes

To assess the financial stability of the applicant

What is true about the retention of application records by the lender?

Paper records must be converted to electronic ones

They can only keep records if the loan is approved

Records can be kept regardless of the loan's approval status (correct)

Records must be securely destroyed if the loan is denied

What must be completed by the financial institution on the application?

The applicant’s monthly income

The ethnicity collection method (correct)

Applicant’s education background

Loan repayment terms

Which relationship status is NOT included in the list?

Engaged Signup and view all the answers

What is a suitable option for housing type if the person does not have a primary housing expense?

Own Signup and view all the answers

What might be indicated by selecting 'Rent' in the housing section?

The person pays a monthly rent amount Signup and view all the answers

What type of credit can a borrower apply for according to the application?

Both individual and joint credit Signup and view all the answers

What personal information is required in Section 1 of the application?

Social Security Number and Date of Birth Signup and view all the answers

What should a borrower do if applying for a loan with others?

All borrowers must provide information as directed Signup and view all the answers

What information should be listed under 'Alternate Names'?

Names under which credit was previously received Signup and view all the answers

Which phone number is unlikely to be required from borrowers on the application?

Emergency contact number Signup and view all the answers

Which title holding option is not available for property ownership?

Jointly with an organization Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following must be disclosed if pending during the application process?

Outstanding judgments Signup and view all the answers

What must an applicant indicate if they are a party to a lawsuit that could impact their finances?

They must disclose this information Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an installment account type?

Car loans Signup and view all the answers

What should be included under 'Other Liabilities and Expenses'?

Alimony payments Signup and view all the answers

Which account type is categorized by balances paid off monthly?

Open 30-Day Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of listing all properties owned in the loan application?

To calculate total assets Signup and view all the answers

What is required information if the property is a multi-unit investment?

Association Dues, Taxes, and Insurance Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of identifying 'Intended Occupancy' on the application?

To understand the borrower’s housing plans Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Uniform Residential Loan Application

Purpose: To collect personal, employment, income, and financial information for loan applications.
Sections: Application includes sections for personal information, employment, self-employment income, previous employment income, additional income, assets, liabilities, real estate, loan and property details, declarations, military service, and demographic information. A section for loan originator information is also included.
Personal Information: Includes name, social security number, date of birth, citizenship, and alternate names.
Contact Information: Lists home phone, cell phone, work phone, email, and both current and former address information for applicants.
Employment/Self-Employment: Seeks employer/business name, position/title, start date, length of employment, and gross monthly income from various sources, including base pay, overtime, bonuses, commissions, military entitlements, and other income.
Assets: Details bank accounts (checking, savings, money market, CDs, mutual funds, stocks, bonds, retirement accounts, Bridge Loan Proceeds, Individual Development Accounts, Trust Accounts, and cash value of life insurance), other assets (proceeds from real estate, sale of non-real estate assets, relocation funds, unsecured/secured borrowed funds, earnest money, lot equity, rent credit, and sweat equity/trade equity), and credits.
Liabilities: Includes credit cards, loans, leases, and other debts (revolving, installment, open 30-day, leases, and other), and deferred payments.
Real Estate: Information on properties owned, including address, value, mortgage loans (including unpaid balance, type, and creditor name), and rental income (for 2-4 unit properties, monthly rental income, and net monthly rental income are requested). Sections are provided for additional properties. Sections include intended occupancy, monthly insurance, taxes, and association dues.
Loan and Property: Loan amount, property value, purpose of loan (purchase or refinance), type of occupancy (primary residence, secondary residence), number of units, address, and other relevant details.
Additional Income Sources: Lists various income sources, including alimony, child support, disability, foster care income, housing/parsonage income, mortgage credit certificates, interest/dividends, notes receivable, public assistance, retirement, royalty payments, separate maintenance, social security, trust income, unemployment benefits, VA compensation, and other.
Declarations: Includes questions about property occupancy, relationship with sellers, other loans, liens (including clean energy liens), financial history (judgments, outstanding debts, delinquent debts, lawsuits, conveyances due to foreclosure, short sales, property foreclosures, or bankruptcy within the last 7 years), and other financial disclosures.
Military Service: Asks if applicant or spouse served in armed forces.
Demographic Information: Collects ethnicity (Hispanic/Latino, Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Other, not Hispanic or Latino, American Indian, Alaskan Native, Asian Indian, Chinese, Filipino, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, Black, African, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Other), sex (male/female/do not want to disclose), race (Asian, Asian Indian, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Filipino, Vietnamese, Black or African American, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, White, and Other), and allows the applicant to decline providing this information.
Loan Originator Information: Space for Loan Originator details including name, organization name, license information (License ID# and phone number), email address, and signature.

Important Considerations

Completeness: Accurate and complete information is crucial for loan approval.
Accuracy: All information should be truthful and consistent with other documents.
Reliance: Lenders rely heavily on the provided data for loan decisions.
Legal Compliance: The entire process must comply with relevant laws and regulations including fair housing, equal credit opportunity and others.
Confidentiality: Personal and financial data should be handled with appropriate care and confidentiality.

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This quiz covers the key components of the Uniform Residential Loan Application, which is essential for gathering personal, employment, and financial information necessary for residential loan processing. The quiz will help you understand each section, including personal data, employment history, and financial disclosures.