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Renewal/Modification of Qualified Mortgages (QM) Upon Maturity

Question: 
Currently, we are writing QM products for a minimum of 61 months, amortized for 10, 15, or more years. When the initial period of 61 months expires, if we renew the loan, does the term have to be 61 months again?
Answer: 

If the bank renews or modifies the loan (without satisfying and replacing the original loan agreement), it is not covered by Regulation Z, since Regulation Z does not apply to modifications. If the bank refinances (satisfies and replaces the original agreement,) the ATR/QM rules on the refinance are the same as for the original loan. Regulation Z and state law should be considered when deciding whether a transaction meets the definition of a refinance.

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First published on 08/23/2015

Last updated on Aug 24 2015

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