Escrow & Title
RESPA prohibits which of the following practices in Utah and nationwide?
ACharging for title insurance
BPaying kickbacks or referral fees for the referral of settlement service business✓ Correct
CCharging lender origination fees
DRequiring escrow impound accounts
Explanation
RESPA (Section 8) prohibits the payment or receipt of kickbacks, referral fees, or unearned fees in connection with federally related mortgage transactions. This ensures consumers are not paying inflated settlement costs due to undisclosed payment arrangements.
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