Finance

An Iowa buyer applies for a $250,000 conventional loan. The lender requires the home to appraise at or above the purchase price. The appraised value comes in at $245,000. The buyer's options include all EXCEPT:

ARenegotiate the purchase price with the seller
BMake up the difference with additional cash
CRequest a second appraisal
DForce the lender to use the purchase price instead of appraised value✓ Correct

Explanation

Lenders base loan amounts on the lesser of purchase price or appraised value. The buyer cannot force the lender to use the purchase price if the appraisal is lower.

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