Ethics · 18% of the SAFE exammedium
Correct answer: Equity stripping, because the loan was approved based on the home's value with no regard for the borrower's ability to repay
This is a textbook equity stripping scenario. The borrower's monthly income of $1,100 cannot support a $1,650 monthly payment — her debt-to-income ratio would be over 100%. The lender approved the loan solely because the home has significant equity ($290,000 value), knowing the borrower will likely default. The lender then forecloses and takes the home's equity. This is equity stripping. A balloon payment (A) is not described. Steering (C) involves directing borrowers to unfavorable products based on protected class characteristics or for personal gain. Loan flipping (D) involves repeated refinancing, not a first mortgage.
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