Finance

Negative amortization on a Virginia mortgage occurs when:

AMonthly payments pay off both principal and interest
BThe monthly payment is insufficient to cover the interest due, causing the unpaid interest to be added to the loan balance✓ Correct
CThe interest rate decreases over the loan term
DThe buyer pays extra principal each month

Explanation

Negative amortization occurs when minimum payments don't cover the accruing interest. The unpaid interest is added to the principal balance, causing the loan balance to increase even as payments are made.

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