FinanceIntermediateAlaska Exam

What is the purpose of a 'due-on-sale' clause in a mortgage?

ARequires the borrower to pay property taxes when due
BRequires the full loan balance to be paid if the property is sold or transferredCorrect
CLimits the interest rate increase on an adjustable-rate mortgage
DRequires the borrower to maintain the property in good condition, as a general rule

Why Requires the full loan balance to be paid if the property is sold or transferred Is Correct

Answer B: Requires the full loan balance to be paid if the property is sold or transferred

A due-on-sale (acceleration) clause requires the entire mortgage balance to become immediately due and payable when the property is sold or transferred without lender approval. This prevents buyers from assuming existing mortgages without lender consent.

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