When a buyer 'assumes' an existing mortgage in Arizona, the buyer:
Why Takes on personal liability for the debt, and the seller may also remain liable unless released by the lender Is Correct
Answer B: Takes on personal liability for the debt, and the seller may also remain liable unless released by the lender
Exam Tip: Escrow & Title
Escrow questions test the neutral third-party role and the sequence of closing events. Remember that the escrow agent acts as a dual agent for both buyer and seller and cannot advocate for either side.
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Debt-to-Income Ratio (DTI)A lender's measure of a borrower's monthly debt obligations relative to their gross monthly income, used to evaluate loan eligibility.
Discount PointsPrepaid interest paid to a lender at closing to reduce the mortgage interest rate, with each point equal to 1% of the loan amount.
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