Escrow & Title
In Rhode Island, what is a 'RESPA violation' relating to escrow accounts?
ACharging too much commission
BRequiring excessive escrow reserves or requiring the borrower to maintain more in escrow than RESPA permits✓ Correct
CFailing to record the deed promptly
DNot providing a survey at closing
Explanation
RESPA regulates escrow account requirements for federally related mortgages, including limiting the cushion a lender may collect. Requiring excessive escrow deposits beyond what is permitted by RESPA is a violation.
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