HUD Housing Counselor Certification Practice

The client is considering an FHA mortgage. What is the upfront mortgage insurance premium (UFMIP) for an FHA mortgage? -ANSWER- 1.75% If the client was denied a mortgage loan and the lender told him to come back after his divorce had been final for three years, what is the best advice for the housing counselor to provide to the client to report a violation to ECOA? -ANSWER- Contact the Federal Trade Commission as the lender's action might violate the Equal Credit Opportunity Act A question from a lender on the client's Medical History would be inappropriate or appropriate? -ANSWER- Inappropriate Who is responsible for educating home-buyers about their rights? -ANSWER- Housing Counselor In order to minimize the impact on the client's credit score, what is the maximum time frame within which the client should apply for pre-approval from multiple lenders? -ANSWER- A 30-day period What are the responsibilities of a home inspector? -ANSWER- Examine mechanical systems, Evaluate the condition of a home, Identify items to be repaired or replaced Which is the best reason that a housing counselor would suggest that a client speak to three to five different lenders? -ANSWER- To compare loan estimates Which is the best advice that a housing counselor can give the client to protect against identity theft? -ANSWER- Review credit report at least once per year The client tells the lender that he is expecting a raise soon. Should the Lender provide a Loan Estimate (LE) with, or without factoring the raise? -ANSWER- Provide a loan estimate without factoring in the raise If this client obtains a mortgage of $100,000, typically, how much should he expect to pay for closing costs? -ANSWER- $3000 to $4000 Is Application Fee an upfront cost of clients who are considering renting or buying a property? -ANSWER- Renting A client wants to customize his home with do-it-yourself projects, this is an indication the client is best aligned with which housing option; Home-ownership or Renting? -ANSWER- Home-ownership