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In Wyoming, a homestead exemption protects:
AThe entire value of the primary residence from creditors
BA portion of the primary residence's value from unsecured creditors✓ Correct
COnly commercial properties from tax liens
DSecond homes and vacation properties
Explanation
Wyoming provides a homestead exemption that protects a specified amount of the primary residence's equity from unsecured creditors. The exemption does not protect against mortgage foreclosure or tax liens.
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Key Terms to Know
Lien
A financial claim against a property that serves as security for a debt or obligation, giving the creditor the right to foreclose if unpaid.
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.
Discount PointsPrepaid interest paid to a lender at closing to reduce the mortgage interest rate, with each point equal to 1% of the loan amount.
Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)Insurance required by lenders on conventional loans with less than 20% down payment, protecting the lender — not the borrower — against default.
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