What is the adjustable number used to compute the interest rate on ARM?
a. cap
b. index
c. prepayment
d. margin b.
What type of program does a borrower have when he exercises his right to change from an
adjustable rate mortgage to a fixed rate mortgage one time during the loan term, provided certain
conditions are met?
a. convertible ARM
b. hybrid ARM
c. fixed ARM
d. hybrid fixed a.
Negative amortization occurs when
a. a borrower suffers payment shock.
b. each mortgage payment is adjusted more frequently than a typical interest rate allows.
c. the payment made does not cover the interest due for that period.
d. a loan decreases in value. c.
Increased risk factors for subprime loans include all of the following features EXCEPT
a. excessive loan fees.
b. low down payment requirements.
c. higher FICO scores required.
d. high-interest rates. c.
To qualify for a reverse mortgage, borrower Jen (who has an ownership interest in the security
property) must be at least how many years old?
a. 65
b. 55