The Designated Broker’s Questionnaire below is what DFI requires of licensee prior to an examination. Show
Mortgage Broker Examination Manual
Preparing for an Examination
Mortgage Broker Examination FAQsQuestion: Is there a specific disclosure I must provide if I act as both the real estate agent and mortgage loan originator on the same transaction? Answer: Yes, prior to providing mortgage services to borrowers, you must provide a disclosure to the borrower that contains the following language:
RCW 19.146.0201(14), WAC 208-660-300 Question: How long must I keep my books and records? Answer: You must keep records relating to your mortgage broker business, including all loan documents, advertising, and financial records, for a minimum of three years after the last use or activity in the record. Question: Does my company need an anti-money laundering program? Answer: Yes, financial institutions, including mortgage brokers, are required to establish an anti-money laundering program and report suspicious activity under the Bank Secrecy Act. The program must be specific to the size, product offerings, and complexity of the licensee. Question: How does the Department determine if the exam is to be on-site vs off-site? Answer: Several factors are used in determining the location of the exam. Factors include, but are not limited to: prior report ratings, loan volume, compliance history, number of loan originators, and number of branch locations. Question: What is expected of me during an off-site exam? Answer: You will be required to be available to respond to any requests or questions the examiner-in-charge may have during the course of the off-site examination. The examiner-in-charge will provide reasonable deadlines for you to provide additional requests. You must meet those deadlines. Question: What does the Department want included when submitting loan files for review? Answer: Everything. This includes, but is not limited to: every disclosure, credit report, invoice, broker or lender provided document, borrower communication, including all e-mails and file notes, and anything the borrower provided to the licensee. What is the name of the six person committee that advises the Commissioner of Licensing Matters in Texas?Texas House of Representatives : House Committee on Licensing & Administrative Procedures.
Which regulatory authorities is responsible for the oversight of MLOS in CA?CA Department of business oversight and CA Bureau of Real Estate.
Which type of foreclosure is commonly used when a government entity wishes to collect taxes owed on a property in Texas?A tax lien foreclosure is one of two methods a government authority may use to address delinquent taxes on the property; the other is called a tax deed sale. A statutory lien is first placed against the property of the person who has failed to pay taxes.
Which of the following provides oversight within the mortgage industry in Georgia?The overall purpose of the Georgia Residential Mortgage Act (GRMA) is to provide oversight within the mortgage industry by requiring those who work as a mortgage broker, lender, or loan originator to be licensed.
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