Real Estate Math
A Montana lender charges 2 origination points on a $195,000 loan. What is the dollar amount of the origination fee?
A$195
B$3,900✓ Correct
C$1,950
D$9,750
Explanation
Origination points are calculated as a percentage of the loan amount. 2 points = 2% of $195,000 = $195,000 x 0.
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Discount Points
Prepaid interest paid to a lender at closing to reduce the mortgage interest rate, with each point equal to 1% of the loan amount.
Loan-to-Value Ratio (LTV)The ratio of a mortgage loan amount to the appraised value or purchase price of a property, expressed as a percentage.
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.
Pre-ApprovalA lender's conditional commitment to loan a specific amount to a borrower, based on verified income, credit, and assets.
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