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SC S0871

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/29/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jason Elliott

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Origin

Senate

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Creates an exception for experienced qualified loan originators from certain business practice restrictions under South Carolina mortgage law
  • Allows qualified loan originators with experience equal to or greater than that required for a mortgage broker's license (as specified in Section 40-58-50(B)(2)) to bypass restrictions that apply to less experienced originators
  • Experienced loan originators would be permitted to receive compensation based on interest rates, fees, or other loan terms rather than only on principal balance
  • Experienced loan originators could offer loan products beyond fixed-term, fixed-rate, fully amortizing mortgages without prepayment penalties
  • Takes effect upon Governor's approval

Legislative Description

Qualified Loan Originator

Last Action

Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry

1/29/2026

Committee Referrals

Labor, Commerce and Industry1/29/2026

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