Question 1

Explain negative amortization and how such a situation can occur.

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Question 2

The most commonly considered factor when selecting a home is the:

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A)   size of the home.
B)   condition of the home.
C)   location of the home.
D)   local zoning laws.
E)   current interest rates.F) A) and D)
G) C) and D)

Question 3

A _________ is a building that contains exactly two separate homes.

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A)   mobile home
B)   duplex
C)   condominium
D)   prefabricated home
E)   cooperativeF) B) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 4

A renter is required to pay a security deposit of $800, on which 4 percent interest will be paid. What amount would the person earn each year?

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A)   $100
B)   $64
C)   $32
D)   $16
E)   $4F) A) and B)
G) B) and C)

Question 5

The purpose of a rate cap in an adjustable rate mortgage is to limit the amount by which the interest rate can vary.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

A conventional mortgage usually involves:

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A)   a variable interest rate.
B)   a government guarantee.
C)   a balloon payment.
D)   equal payments.
E)   a payment cap.F) C) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 7

Jennifer Garland is purchasing a home that was assembled in a factory and then moved to the living site. What type of housing is Jennifer purchasing?

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A)   Condominium
B)   Duplex
C)   Cooperative
D)   Prefabricated home
E)   PenthouseF) A) and C)
G) A) and B)

Question 8

Noelle and Larry have decided to perform the landscaping of their new home by themselves. They also plan to take a do-it-yourself class at a local home store so they can replace the tile in the master bathroom without using a contractor. The effect of performing these tasks themselves will result in an increase in their:

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A)   principal.
B)   contingencies.
C)   escrow account.
D)   sweat equity.
E)   buy-down.F) B) and D)
G) None of the above

Question 9

The legal document involved in renting an apartment is called a(n) :

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A)   service contract.
B)   mortgage.
C)   lease.
D)   security deposit.
E)   escrow account.F) A) and E)
G) None of the above

Question 10

Which type of home is most apt to depreciate in value?

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A)   Cooperative
B)   Mobile home
C)   Condominium
D)   Duplex
E)   Previously-owned single family homeF) None of the above
G) D) and E)

Question 11

Renting would be most appropriate for people who:

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A)   want to reduce their taxes.
B)   have difficulty establishing credit.
C)   have limited funds currently available.
D)   enjoy remodeling their residence.
E)   desire the financial benefits of increased equity.F) None of the above
G) B) and C)

Question 12

Brett has hired a professional to assess the soundness of the roof, foundation, and building materials of a potential home he is considering. The professional will also be checking other aspects of the home including the plumbing, heating, and cooling systems. Brett is paying for a(n) :

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A)   walk-through.
B)   zoning evaluation.
C)   inspection.
D)   title search.
E)   handyman's special.F) B) and C)
G) A) and C)

Question 13

The appraised value of your home is the:

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A)   value used to calculate property taxes.
B)   estimated current market value.
C)   price you paid to purchase the home.
D)   amount of money a buyer has offered to purchase the home.
E)   cost remaining after the down payment.F) A) and B)
G) A) and E)

Question 14

Ted pays $4,500 in real estate property taxes and is in the 28 percent tax bracket. What is the value of this federal tax deduction?

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A)   $4,500.
B)   $3,240.
C)   $2,500.
D)   $1,260.
E)   $500.F) B) and D)
G) None of the above

Question 15

A lease protects the rights of both the tenant and the landlord.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which of the following expenses is paid from an escrow account?

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A)   Title insurance
B)   Property insurance
C)   Points
D)   Loan application fee
E)   Real estate agent's commissionF) A) and E)
G) B) and E)

Question 17

A cooperative housing arrangement involves:

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A)   government-supported rental units.
B)   a nonprofit organization that rents units to its shareholders.
C)   individual ownership of a living unit in a building.
D)   factory built and on-site assembly.
E)   housing units owned by a real estate developer.F) All of the above
G) A) and D)

Question 18

James Monroe is a member of a nonprofit organization that allows him to rent a living unit in a building. What type of housing is James most likely living in?

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A)   A condominium
B)   A duplex
C)   A cooperative
D)   A prefabricated home
E)   A mobile homeF) B) and E)
G) C) and E)

Question 19

During which phase of the home-buying process would you assess types of housing units?

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A)   Price the property
B)   Find and evaluate a property to purchase
C)   Obtain financing
D)   Determine home ownership needs
E)   Close the purchase transactionF) B) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 20

Which types of problems are least likely to be covered by a home buyer warranty?

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A)   Structural
B)   Wiring
C)   Plumbing
D)   Heating/cooling
E)   ApplianceF) B) and C)
G) B) and D)

Exam 9: The Housing Decision: Factors and Finances

A cooperative housing arrangement involves:

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A _________ is a building that contains exactly two separate homes.

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Ted pays $4,500 in real estate property taxes and is in the 28 percent tax bracket. What is the value of this federal tax deduction?

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The purpose of a rate cap in an adjustable rate mortgage is to limit the amount by which the interest rate can vary.

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During which phase of the home-buying process would you assess types of housing units?

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Explain negative amortization and how such a situation can occur.

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James Monroe is a member of a nonprofit organization that allows him to rent a living unit in a building. What type of housing is James most likely living in?

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A renter is required to pay a security deposit of $800, on which 4 percent interest will be paid. What amount would the person earn each year?

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The legal document involved in renting an apartment is called a(n) :

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Which types of problems are least likely to be covered by a home buyer warranty?

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Renting would be most appropriate for people who:

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A lease protects the rights of both the tenant and the landlord.

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A conventional mortgage usually involves:

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Which of the following expenses is paid from an escrow account?

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The most commonly considered factor when selecting a home is the:

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Jennifer Garland is purchasing a home that was assembled in a factory and then moved to the living site. What type of housing is Jennifer purchasing?

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The appraised value of your home is the:

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Which type of home is most apt to depreciate in value?

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Brett has hired a professional to assess the soundness of the roof, foundation, and building materials of a potential home he is considering. The professional will also be checking other aspects of the home including the plumbing, heating, and cooling systems. Brett is paying for a(n) :

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Exam 9: The Housing Decision: Factors and Finances

A cooperative housing arrangement involves:

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A _________ is a building that contains exactly two separate homes.

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Ted pays $4,500 in real estate property taxes and is in the 28 percent tax bracket. What is the value of this federal tax deduction?

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The purpose of a rate cap in an adjustable rate mortgage is to limit the amount by which the interest rate can vary.

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During which phase of the home-buying process would you assess types of housing units?

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Explain negative amortization and how such a situation can occur.

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James Monroe is a member of a nonprofit organization that allows him to rent a living unit in a building. What type of housing is James most likely living in?

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A renter is required to pay a security deposit of $800, on which 4 percent interest will be paid. What amount would the person earn each year?

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The legal document involved in renting an apartment is called a(n) :

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Which types of problems are least likely to be covered by a home buyer warranty?

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Renting would be most appropriate for people who:

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A lease protects the rights of both the tenant and the landlord.

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A conventional mortgage usually involves:

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Which of the following expenses is paid from an escrow account?

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The most commonly considered factor when selecting a home is the:

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Jennifer Garland is purchasing a home that was assembled in a factory and then moved to the living site. What type of housing is Jennifer purchasing?

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The appraised value of your home is the:

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Which type of home is most apt to depreciate in value?

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Brett has hired a professional to assess the soundness of the roof, foundation, and building materials of a potential home he is considering. The professional will also be checking other aspects of the home including the plumbing, heating, and cooling systems. Brett is paying for a(n) :

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