Real Estate Finance Exam

The rule of thumb is that a lender allows 25% of the buyer's monthly income for the new loan payment. What percentage of income does FHA allow for the new loan payment and what percentage do they allow for the buyer's debt ratio? a) 29% for the new home loan and 41% for the debt ratio b) 41% for the new home loan and 29% for the debt ratio c) 29% for both d) 41% for both

a) 29% for the new home loan and 41% for the debt ratio

The principles of supply and demand for real estate have the most dramatic affect on the value of a specific piece of property. When the supply increases and the demand decreases it is known as: a) A buyer's market and the values decrease b) A seller's market and the values increase c) A high demand market d) A low supply market

a) A buyer's market and the values decrease

Amortized loans are repaid with payments that include: a) Both interest and principle b) Interest only c) Principle only d) Cash, checks, or credit cards

a) Both interest and principle

The total amount of the difference between a property's current value and the amount of encumbrances against it is called: a) Equity b) Capital gain c) Appreciation d) Liquidity

a) Equity

There are primarily two types of foreclosure proceedings. The most common is foreclosure by judicial sale. The other type which does not involve the intervention of the courts is known as: a) Foreclosure by power of sale b) Strict foreclosure c) Third-party foreclosure d) None of these

a) Foreclosure by power of sale

When the lender determines the amount of money to loan to a borrower by using a percentage of the property's appraisal or sales price, they are trying to determine the: a) Loan-to-Value Ratio b) Interest rate for the loan c) Origination fees d) Borrower's ability to repay the loan

a) Loan-to-Value Ratio

Which of the following is not a type of "graduated mortgage?" a) Lot Release Mortgage b) Adjustable Rate Mortgage c) Graduated Payment Mortgage d) Growing Equity Mortgage

a) Lot Release Mortgage

What does NINA stand for? a) No income / no asset b) Not interested in negotiating anymore c) A hurricane that ravaged the Atlantic coast in the 1970's d) Normal intelligent negotiating abilities

a) No income / no asset

A homeowner is allowed to have only one primary residence. For tax classification purposes the IRS classifies this as the homeowner's: a) Principle residence b) Personal use property c) Taxable living quarters d) Investment property

a) Principle residence

To figure out the share of each party's expenses "per diem" according to the period of time that each will or has already benefited from the total expenses, you would use what formula? a) Pro-Ration Formula b) Net Income Formula c) Property Appreciation Formula d) Expense Determination Formula

a) Pro-Ration Formula

A REIT obtains money by selling shares, or certificates of ownership, in the trust to give the individual investors the funds to purchase real estate investments. What do the letters REIT stand for? a) Real Estate Investment Trusts b) Real Estate Internet Traditions c) Real Estate Investment Terminology d) Real Estate Intelligence Trajectory

a) Real Estate Investment Trusts

Home buyers are classified into four primary groups, namely the first-time homebuyer, buyers moving into a larger home, buyers moving into a smaller home, and: a) Recreation homebuyers and retirees b) House flippers c) Investors seeking a tax shelter d) All of the above

a) Recreation homebuyers and retirees

An agreement in which the financing is provided by the property owner along with an assumed mortgage is referred to as: a) Seller Carry-Back b) Wrap-Around Contract c) Private Mortgage d) Lot Release Option

a) Seller Carry-Back

When a homeowner negotiates a payoff with the lender for less than what is owed on the loan due to economic hardship, this is referred to as a: a) Short sale b) "Due on Sale" clause c) Loss mitigation d) Bailout sale

a) Short sale

Despite the financial advantages for the investor when it comes to buying foreclosed properties, what is one of the disadvantages that they should beware of when buying these types of properties? a) Someone is still living in the home b) The bank hangs on to some properties for their favorite REIT c) There is no listing of the property in the County Recorder's Office d) The house is painted a color that the investor doesn't like

a) Someone is still living in the home

What is the federal law that requires that appraisals used in federally-related transactions meet standards set by the Appraisal Foundation and must be performed by a person who is licensed or certified by the state? a) The Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery, and Enforcement Act (FIRREA) b) The Truth in Lending Act c) The Appraiser's Professional Conduct Act d) The Federal Emergency Management

a) The Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery, and Enforcement Act (FIRREA)

The various lending institutions where homebuyers go to borrow money to finance the purchase of a home are referred to as: a) The Primary Market b) The Secondary Market c) The Real Estate Finance Market d) The Farmer's Market

a) The Primary Market

There may be times when the buyer's expectations exceed their ability to purchase, but this can sometimes be overcome by the helping the buyer prioritizing and: a) The agent exercising some creativity b) Having a wealthy relative to borrow money from c) Realizing that they need to wait a few years to buy a home d) By asking the real estate agent to carry the financing

a) The agent exercising some creativity

In a Lease Option or a Lease Purchase, what are the names of the two primary parties involved? a) The tenant (lessee) and the landlord (lessor) b) The note buyer and the IRS agent c) The Lender and the County Recorder d) Only Manny and Moe showed up because Jack got sick. Otherwise there would have been a third party involved.

a) The tenant (lessee) and the landlord (lessor)

This particular way of financing a property purchase involves the buyer making monthly payments to the seller plus an additional payment that covers the balance of the buyer's purchase price of the home. What is this called? a) Wrap-Around Contract b) Simultaneous Closing c) Private Mortgage d) 1031 Exchange

a) Wrap-Around Contract

Lenders prefer a Deed of Trust over a mortgage because: a) it is easier for the Lender to foreclose if the borrower defaults b) the Deed of Trust contains fewer Latin terms to translate c) a third-party beneficiary has to be present when the buyer signs it d) the Lender can charge a higher rate of interest with a Deed of Trust

a) it is easier for the Lender to foreclose if the borrower defaults

Amortization is a method of repaying principle and interest of a loan through periodic payments --- a) over a specified length of time b) that the borrower can skip every now and then if they get in a financial bind c) that continually increase each year until the mortgage is paid in full d) all of the above

a) over a specified length of time

The Secondary Market is made up of private investors and government agencies that buy and sell real estate mortgage loans. Which one of the following is not one of the three major agencies? a) "Ginnie Mae" b) "Annie's Fanny" c) "Fannie Mae" d) "Freddie Mac"

b) "Annie's Fanny"

A full disclosure of the property's condition including the advantages and disadvantages, without duress, within a reasonable marketing time is called: a) Highest and best use of the property b) An arm's length transaction c) Section OU812 of the Truth in Lending Act d) Creative Disclosure Marketing

b) An arm's length transaction

A deed of Trust contains a "Trustee", whereas a mortgage does not. What is a Trustee? a) The same person as the Beneficiary b) An independent third-party that represents neither borrower nor lender c) Another term for mortgagee d) Both "a" and "c"

b) An independent third-party that represents neither borrower nor lender

A mortgage that covers two or more parcels of real estate as security at the same time is known as a: a) Purchase Money Mortgage b) Blanket Mortgage c) Wrap-Around Mortgage d) None of these

b) Blanket Mortgage

FHA, VA, and Conventional are the three main types of real estate loans. How is the Conventional Loan different from the other two? a) FHA and VA Loans are only approved for farmers and veterans b) Conventional Loans are not federally insured or guaranteed c) Immigrants cannot apply for FHA and VA Loans d) Conventional Loans never require a down payment

b) Conventional Loans are not federally insured or guaranteed

The concept of "creative financing" involves ways to purchase a home that may or may not involve a traditional form of lending. Which of the following is not a form of creative financing? a) Hard money loans b) Conventional assumable loan c) Private mortgage d) Simultaneous closing

b) Conventional assumable loan

The option (or process) available to a struggling homeowner wherein they can prevent foreclosure proceedings from happening is known as: a) Loan resolution b) Loss mitigation c) Lot resolution d) Loan mitigation

b) Loss mitigation

What does the term "no-doc" refer to? a) No Documented Leverage b) No Documentation Loans c) No Document Lease d) No doctor in the house

b) No Documentation Loans

Considered a "legal threat", this document is issued to the homeowner when they have become 90 days (or more) delinquent in their payments. What is its proper legal name? a) Due on Sale Notice b) Notice of Default c) Loss Mitigation Invitation d) Eviction Notice

b) Notice of Default

Market Price is the price a person paid for the property whatever the circumstances. What is Market Value? a) Subjective value of a property according to the original price b) Objective value of a property based on data c) What the seller originally paid for the property d) The going rate for a share of stock on the NYSE

b) Objective value of a property based on data

Real Estate syndicates are usually formed for the purpose of investing in a particular real estate project. These syndicates can be formed as either corporations, LLC's, or: a) Private lenders b) Partnerships c) Politicians d) Government agencies

b) Partnerships

What are the two most common documents used in real estate financing? a) Mortgage and Subordination Agreement b) Promissory Note and either a Mortgage or a Deed of Trust c) Junior Mortgage and a Reduction Certificate d) Deed of Title and Deed of Trust

b) Promissory Note and either a Mortgage or a Deed of Trust

What act that Congress passed in 1989 created the Office of Thrift (OTS) Supervision and the Savings Association Insurance Fund (SAIF)? a) The Federal Home Loan Bank Act b) The Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery, and Enforcement Act c) The FDIC and FSLIC Creation Act d) The HUD Act

b) The Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery, and Enforcement Act

% x VB + 100% of VB = VA is the formula for determining what: a) How we determine Veteran's Benefits from the Veteran's Association b) The Value Before and the Value After c) The Value of the Interest before and after the sale of the property d) None of these

b) The Value Before and the Value After

Simple interest is the interest paid only on the principle amount of the loan, whereas compound interest is where the buyer is paying interest on the principle and interest on: a) The accumulated unpaid principle b) The accumulated unpaid interest c) Both "a" and "b" d) Neither "a" nor "b"

b) The accumulated unpaid interest

A preliminary determination that often results from the use of a Buyer's Information Worksheet is: a) What neighborhood the buyer should look for a home in b) The buyer's income-to-debt ratio c) The Loan-to-Value Ratio d) A way for the buyer to come up with a down payment

b) The buyer's income-to-debt ratio

Simultaneous closings involve a seller, a buyer, and a third-party that is referred to as a note buyer. When a simultaneous closing transpires, what two transactions take place? a) The County Assessor transaction and the property tax transaction b) The real estate transaction and the note purchase transaction c) The lender mitigation transaction and the short sale transaction d) The Vendee transaction and the Vendor transaction

b) The real estate transaction and the note purchase transaction

What insurance policy guarantees to satisfy any covered claims against previously undetected title defects? a) Escrow insurance policy b) Title insurance policy c) Lender's insurance policy d) Settlement insurance policy

b) Title insurance policy

An estimate of value of a property in order to determine a fair listing price is referred to as a CMA. What is a CMA? a) A Certified Medical Assistant b) The Common Margin Actuation c) A Competitive Market Analysis d) The Country Music Awards

c) A Competitive Market Analysis

The desired percentage rate of return that an investor wants to make on their investment is known as the: a) Gross profit on investment b) Capital gains c) Capitalization rate d) Liquid equity

c) Capitalization rate

What type of notice is implied rather than verbal or written because the person could have known, or should have known, under reasonable efforts? a) Actual notice b) Introductorynotice c) Constructive notice d) Default notice

c) Constructive notice

For all practical purposes, an "Alienation Clause" is basically the same as a: a) Call Clause b) Acceleration Clause c) Due on Sale Clause d) Defeasance Clause

c) Due on Sale Clause

Of the three types of no-doc/low-doc loans, which one often is referred to as a "don't ask, don't tell" type of loan? a) Stated Income Loans b) NINA Loans c) No-Ratio Loans d) None of these

c) No-Ratio Loans

When the property has moved into the post-foreclosure stage, it usually means that it is either in the hands of an investor, a new homeowner, or the lender's REO Department. What does REO stand for? a) Rearranged Equity Option b) Ronald Estoppel's Organization c) Real Estate Owned (by lender) Department d) The Speedwagon - a very popular rock and roll band in the 70's and 80's

c) Real Estate Owned (by lender) Department

The loan that is available to seniors (age 62+) and is used to release the home equity in the property as one lump sum or multiple payments is called a: a) Reverse Conventional Mortgage b) Reverse Discount Deed c) Reverse Mortgage d) Reverse Deed of Trust

c) Reverse Mortgage

A loan wherein the borrower pays the interest only on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis is referred to as a: a) Construction Loan b) Private Mortgage Loan c) Straight Loan d) Seller Carry-Back Loan

c) Straight Loan

The process wherein the future homeowner contributes to the construction or improvements of the home and thus accruing equity in the home is referred to as: a) Future Equity b) False Equity c) Sweat Equity d) Real Equity

c) Sweat Equity

The desired rate of return multiplied by the property's value in order to calculate what the potential income of the property could be is a way to determine the: a) The Capital Gains factor b) The potential Net Income of the property c) The Cap Rate d) The percentage of expenses on the sale of the property

c) The Cap Rate

The appraisal method used for evaluating vacant land is called: a) The Market Data approach b) The Replacement and Reproduction approach c) The Cost or Replacement Cost Approach d) The Vacant Land Appraisal approach

c) The Cost or Replacement Cost Approach

The agency of the U.S. Cabinet that has all responsibilities in all areas of national housing policies is called: a) The Farmer's Home Administration (or FHA) b) The Federal Economic Department (or FED) c) The Department of Housing and Urban Development (or HUD) d) The Department of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (or ATF)

c) The Department of Housing and Urban Development (or HUD)

The two primary disclosures that the Truth in Lending Act requires the lender to make to the loan applicant are the: a) Down payment requirements and "Subject To" explanation b) The date the payments are due each month and how to sign all documents c) The annual percentage rate and the total finance charge d) None of the above

c) The annual percentage rate and the total finance charge

There are four criteria that a lender uses when determining if the sale of the property qualifies for short sales status. Which of the following is not one of those criteria? a) The seller has no assets b) The mortgage is in default c) The neighbors are growing marijuana on their property d) The market value of the house has dropped

c) The neighbors are growing marijuana on their property

The monthly payment times the number of months of the loan equals the total of principle and interest combined. Subtracting the principle balance would be how you determine: a) Net profit on the investment b) The value of the property c) Total interest paid d) The percentage of interest paid

c) Total interest paid

Before the agent begins the search for a home for the prospective buyer, what are the first two questions that need to be answered? a) How much money do they have and how good is their credit? b) What is the buyer's favorite color and do they want a pool? c) What does the buyer want and need, and what can they afford? d) None of the above

c) What does the buyer want and need, and what can they afford?

In a title theory state, the mortgage or a deed of trust is still considered a: a) more important than in a Lien Theory state b) the Lender's statement of the balance remaining on the loan c) transfer of legal title to the lender d) more valuable than any of Donald Trump's Casino stocks

c) transfer of legal title to the lender

When the buyer purchases the property that the seller wants to acquire, and then the buyer exchanges it with the seller this is referred to as a: a) 1103 Exchange b) 3101 Exchange c) 1013 Exchange d) 1031 Exchange

d) 1031 Exchange

According to Gwen Lopez, owner and operator of FreeForeclosureBlog.com, there are five excellent tips for locating foreclosure properties for investors. Which of these is one of them? a) Concentrate on homes that have no photos b) Make sure the property is still available c) Search county tax resources online d) All of the above

d) All of the above

Compared to buyers that are moving into larger or smaller homes, the first-time homebuyer tends to be a challenge because: a) They may have difficulty coming up with a down payment b) They may not have enough of an established credit history c) They are uninformed about important matters concerning home buying d) All of the above

d) All of the above

There are several sources of loans in the Primary Market, but which one of these types of lenders are considered to be major sources for these loans? a) Savings and Loans b) Commercial and Savings Banks c) Mortgage Companies d) All of the above

d) All of the above

To be eligible for a VA loan, the veteran must have a certificate of eligibility. Eligible veterans include: a) Persons in active duty for a minimum of 181 days b) Honorably discharged veterans that served in certain war times c) The unmarried spouse of a veteran whose death was service connected d) All of the above

d) All of the above

One of the most important benefits of buying versus either leasing or renting is the pride that comes with owning a home. What other advantages come with owning a home that the person does not have when they are leasing or renting from a landlord? a) A reflection of the owner's self image b) Freedom to change or alter the property c) Tax advantages d) All of these

d) All of these

This document serves a security agreement between the owner of a property and a person who wants to buy the property for an agreed-upon purchase price. What is its proper name? a) Contract for Deed b) Installment Sale Agreement c) Land Contract d) All of these

d) All of these

Principle loan times percentage of interest times duration of the loan is the formula for calculating . a) Loan origination fees b) Document processing fees c) The LTV factor d) Amount of Interest on the loan

d) Amount of Interest on the loan

Capital improvements that add to the value of the property or extend the property's useful life are referred to as: a) Capital gains b) Investment gains c) Principle expenditures d) Capital expenditures

d) Capital expenditures

Fees that are charged by most lenders to increase their financial yield or profit on a loan are called: a) Purchase Agreement fees b) Loan Guarantee fees c) Overpriced and unnecessary d) Discount Points

d) Discount Points

What is the primary difference between a Lease Option and a Lease Purchase? a) In a Lease Purchase, the option money is usually refundable b) In a Lease Option, another interested party can buy the property c) In a Lease Purchase, the option money is always refundable d) In a Lease Option, the tenant can purchase the property or walk away from it

d) In a Lease Option, the tenant can purchase the property or walk away from it

The value of real estate usually appreciates as a result of: a) The prime lending rate b) How good the schools are in the neighborhood c) The length of time to commute to one's work d) Inflation and demand

d) Inflation and demand

What is the purpose of an "Or More" Clause in a mortgage? a) It gives the Mortgagee the right to sell the property without judicial procedure b) It allows the borrower to make larger monthly payments if they want to c) It allows the Lender to raise the monthly payments without notice d) It allows for prepayment of the entire mortgage without penalty

d) It allows for prepayment of the entire mortgage without penalty

The Notice of Default (NOD) is the document that is filed with non-judicial foreclosures. What is the name of the document that gets filed when it is a judicial foreclosure? a) Notice of Judicial Default b) Due on Sale Notice c) Intention to Repossess Notice d) Lis Pendens (which translates as "Suit Pending")

d) Lis Pendens (which translates as "Suit Pending")

Appreciation occurs when a property rises in value; depreciation occurs when the property has a loss in value. What does an appraiser use when determining the appraised value of the property? a) Appreciation b) Depreciation c) Both appreciation and depreciation d) Neither, the appraiser uses a calculator

d) Neither, the appraiser uses a calculator

An insurance policy that protects the lender when there is increased risk due to low down payment is known as: a) Junior Mortgage Insurance b) Standard Homeowner's Insurance c) Term Life Insurance for the borrower d) PMI - Private Mortgage Insurance

d) PMI - Private Mortgage Insurance

There are three stages involved in the foreclosure process. Which one of these is not one of them? a) Foreclosure b) Pre-foreclosure c) Post-foreclosure d) Strict foreclosure

d) Strict foreclosure

When two properties are similar, the lower priced property will be in greater demand. The buyer will not pay more than the lowest priced property that is equally desirable as a substitute if the terms and conditions of the purchase price are about the same. This is the Principle of: a) Substantiation b) Subsidization c) Sublimination d) Substitution

d) Substitution

The two entities that influence and control real estate financing are: a) The Board of Realtors and the U.S. Senate b) The MLS and Congress c) The FDIC and the FSLIC d) The Federal Reserve System and the United States Treasury

d) The Federal Reserve System and the United States Treasury

Property has many types of values. The appraiser's job is to determine the purpose and actual value of the property, without "emotional" influences. What are considered "emotional" influences? a) The aesthetics of the property that brings a tear to the eye of the appraiser b) How much the buyer begs and cries for as low an appraisal as possible c) The lender's emotional attachment because it was his first loan approval d) The needs and desires of the seller, or their memories of the property

d) The needs and desires of the seller, or their memories of the property

When the loan is paid, the Promissory Note is marked "Paid in Full" and returned to the borrower along with: a) the master key to the locks on the house b) copies of the note that were filed in the Recorder's Office c) the original Agreement of Sale d) a recorded Reconveyance Deed

d) a recorded Reconveyance Deed