NMLS Licensing and Registration 2

Question 1

Which entity maintains the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System & Registry (NMLS)?

Accepted Answer

The Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS)

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The Federal Reserve

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The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)

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The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

Question 2

What is the maximum number of days a licensed MLO may operate under a temporary authority to operate (TAO) after changing employers?

Accepted Answer

120 days

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60 days

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90 days

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180 days

Question 3

A loan originator who works exclusively for a federally chartered credit union must be:

Accepted Answer

Registered through NMLS as a registered MLO

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Licensed through NMLS like any state MLO

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Exempt from all NMLS requirements

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Licensed in each state where they solicit borrowers

Question 4

Under the SAFE Act, which of the following is NOT a required element for obtaining an MLO license?

Accepted Answer

A surety bond

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Pre-licensure education

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Minimum net worth or surety bond requirement

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A passing score on the SAFE MLO Test

Question 5

Which section of the SAFE Act established the requirement for all states to participate in NMLS?

Accepted Answer

Section 1508

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Section 1503

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Section 1505

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Section 1514

Question 6

If a state-licensed MLO's license lapses, what must they typically do before resuming origination activity?

Accepted Answer

Reapply and meet all current licensing requirements, including re-education if required

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Simply pay a reinstatement fee within 30 days

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Retake the SAFE MLO Test regardless of prior score

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Wait 6 months and then automatically reinstate

Question 7

Which of the following best describes the purpose of the NMLS Unique Identifier (UID)?

Accepted Answer

It tracks MLO activity across state lines and provides a public record

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It replaces the need for state licensing in all 50 states

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It serves as a tax identification number for independent contractors

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It grants automatic reciprocity between states