CMC Loan Processing & Underwriting Guidelines

Question 1

What is the first step in the loan processing phase?

Accepted Answer

Documentation collection and review

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Credit scoring

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Loan disbursement

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Title recording

Question 2

What is the purpose of a credit report in underwriting?

Accepted Answer

To evaluate credit history and payment behavior

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To locate the borrower’s address.

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To assign a real estate agent.

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To compare property values.

Question 3

What role does an underwriter play in mortgage lending?

Accepted Answer

Assessing risk and approving or denying the loan

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Marketing the loan to clients.

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Collecting application fees.

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Performing home inspections.

Question 4

Why is debt-to-income (DTI) ratio important in underwriting?

Accepted Answer

It assesses the borrower’s repayment capacity

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It measures credit utilization.

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It evaluates job security.

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It tracks savings account growth.

Question 5

What document provides the borrower’s final loan terms and costs?

Accepted Answer

Closing Disclosure

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Appraisal report

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Title commitment

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Credit authorization form

Question 6

What is loan pre-approval based on?

Accepted Answer

Documented financial verification

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Oral statements only.

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Informal borrower intentions.

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Social media profile.

Question 7

Which party typically orders the home appraisal?

Accepted Answer

Lender

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Borrower

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Realtor

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Insurance agent

Question 8

What is a conditional loan approval?

Accepted Answer

Approval contingent on specific requirements

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A denial letter.

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A pre-approval letter.

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A title policy update.

Question 9

What is the purpose of verifying assets during loan processing?

Accepted Answer

To confirm funds for closing and reserves

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To calculate property taxes.

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To inspect home appliances.

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To compare mortgage products.