FHA 4000.1 SF Housing Handbook Update

Posted by Debra Killian
Categories Compliance, MLO C.E., Mortgage Competencies, Mortgage Insights, Originators, Processors, Underwriters
Date March 27, 2019

The FHA Single Family Handbook has been updated. Check out the complete list of changes.

Some highlights include an update to the legal age for members of an LLC, an update to the standard to limit non-commission employees to those employees that perform underwriting or quality control activities, that Mortgagees must report employee compensation following IRS requirements, as well as providing guidance on the use of Third Party Verifications, (TPV) services to verify borrower’s employment, income and assets.

Since the entire Handbook is 1030 pages, there is surely a gift for everyone to consider including originators, processors, underwriters, risk managers…and any other person with an interest in the quality of FHA transactions.

Some previous Mortgagee Letters are superseded in whole and some only superseded in part. All changes are effective immediately, except that changes in Section II may be implemented immediately, but MUST be implemented for all mortgage case numbers assigned on or after April 29, 2019.

Debra Killian, a seasoned Mortgage Loan Originator, Course Developer, and Instructor combines her extensive 35-year background in residential mortgages, real estate, banking, and accounting to excel in the mortgage industry. An alumnus of Western Connecticut State University with a B.B.A. in Accounting,

Debra has been a transformative figure in residential mortgages since 1994, overseeing and managing over $1 billion in real estate loans. Her unique educational and professional journey has positioned her as a dynamic and effective trainer in the mortgage and real estate sectors, offering tailored courses that use mortgage competencies in building long-term relationships with customers and real estate professionals.

A trailblazer in mortgage education, Debra co-authored pivotal NMLS-approved courses, including the 20-hour Pre-licensing SAFE Act course in 2010 and The Mortgage Professional for the same curriculum in 2011. Her contributions continued with co-authoring the MBA's School of Loan Origination and mortgage and real estate continuing education classes.
Debra relentlessly pursues the latest industry trends and regulatory changes, ensuring her courses, both new and existing, are continuously updated and aligned with current standards and practices.

Debra's leadership extends beyond her immediate professional sphere, evidenced by her past roles in the CT Mortgage Bankers Association, the National Association of Mortgage Professionals (NAMB) and various real estate associations.

A sought-after speaker, Debra lends her expertise to various professional groups and is dedicated to developing and delivering custom courses, reflecting her passion for education and industry advancement.

She and her husband Donald DeRespinis, own Charter Oak Systems, LLC which operates Cloes.online, and online education provider for pre-licensing courses required by the Secure and Fair Enforcement ACT (SAFE) Her passion is providing mortgage loan originators competency based training and professional development courses to all elevate mortgage loan originators. In addition to NMLS required courses, Debra and Don provide an array of compliance training to help companies comply with federal and state laws.

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