Legal Question in Real Estate Law in New York
is it legal for a mortage company or lender to charge an application fee
is it legal for a mortage company or lender to charge an application fee which they say is refundable at closing.
thank you
john
Asked on 6/22/03, 8:14 pm
3 Answers from Attorneys
David Slater
David P. Slater, Esq.
Re: is it legal for a mortage company or lender to charge an application fee
Yes, they all do it.
Answered on 6/22/03, 8:45 pm
Arnold Nager
Arnold H. Nager, Esquire
Re: is it legal for a mortage company or lender to charge an application fee
Absolutely.
Answered on 6/22/03, 8:52 pm
Walter LeVine
Walter D. LeVine, Esq.
Re: is it legal for a mortage company or lender to charge an application fee
Yes, most lenders charge a fee. Usually around $250-$300.
Answered on 6/23/03, 10:38 am