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Debra Killian
October 2, 2019

Why California Passed the Law & Exempt Occupations Part 2

In the 2nd of our 4-part mini-series we discuss why the law was passed and exemptions allowing for 1099 status. 4 Part Mini- Series Dynamex Operations West Inc, v CA Superior Court decision Exempt workers from W-2 status Penalties for misclassified workers Proactive steps businesses should consider These educational...

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Debra Killian
May 2, 2025

Can MLOs Truly Be Independent Contractors?

Are Your MLOs Truly Independent Contractors? Many mortgage companies classify Mortgage Loan Originators (MLOs) as independent contractors. However, federal laws—including the Department of Labor's guidelines, IRS rulings, and the SAFE Act—suggest otherwise. These regulations emphasize that MLOs often function as employees due to factors like company control, lack of independent...

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Don DeRespinis
August 21, 2019

Mortgage Originator NMLS Continuing Education 2019 – Online and On Demand

Take a look Here.  At last Online Continuing Education worth taking!  We have taken CE courses since 2011 and they are all the same. Presenting Deb Killian in her National NMLS Continuing Education course for 2019.  SAFE Federal 2019 CE – The Mortgage Professional.  Find out what it means...

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Debra Killian
March 29, 2020

4 Things Customers Need to Know BEFORE Selecting a Mortgage…

Every customer should receive a written analysis; it helps take emotion out of the equation. I do it for all my purchases and refinances. Yes, we have lots of long discussions, but hearing and seeing are two different things! The point of an analysis (particulary for refinances) is for...

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Debra Killian
November 18, 2019

“As California Goes, So Goes the Nation!” 1099 or W-2 Again?

Lenders, mortgage brokers and originators should be paying careful attention in all states about “misclassification” of workers. Tomorrow I will be facilitating a webinar for the California Association of Mortgage Professionals on California Assembly Bill AB5, which is shaking up the employment landscape. It’s not just California! Massachusetts, New...

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Debra Killian
March 22, 2020

4 Buckets of Nuggets to Consider in a Mortgage Transaction in a National Crisis!

As I write this I know the mortgage business will change. This post is not meant to provide financial or legal advice. Things will continue to change and the ONLY intent is to provide information that MAY apply to your circumstances. We are in a very uncertain time. Facts and...

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Debra Killian
June 1, 2020

Real Estate Update Newsletter June 2020

Don’t Try to Outsmart the Markets Getting ready to refinance your mortgage but waiting for rates to fall just one more time? Is that extra 1/8th percent ready to drop? Some consumers begin to follow economic news and perform no shortage of due diligence trying to pick the perfect...

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Debra Killian
March 26, 2020

Jobless Claims at 3.2 MILLION Today! 9 Things Every Originator Should Be Doing

Is there any good news today? I guess at least people who have filed will begin collecting some income. The mortgage world is in flux and the challenges are coming faster than we can deal with. We play a very important role as mortgage professionals by helping people make...

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Debra Killian
February 5, 2019

NAMB Offers Mortgage Professional Practices Course!

Charter Oak Systems, LLC and CLOES.online is pleased to announce the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) now offers a new Online, On Demand Video-Recorded course, Mortgage Professional Practices. NAMB is committed to continuing to build a robust, education platform to support the professionalism of all mortgage originators. Most...

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Debra Killian
March 1, 2019

Will 2018 Tax Forms Slow Down Underwriting?

Our CLOES.online Mortgage Professional Program is coming soon and I am in “content hell” but, happy to say with light at the end of the tunnel. The program will be available April 1, 2019 but there is one area I want to share because we are in tax season...

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8 Hour SAFE Comprehensive Federal CE 2018 – November 2018

Deb was great in presenting the true nature of the course piece by piece and helped with her many years of experience outline some of the more critical areas of the industry and expectations. The course was excellent because the provider was an experienced mortgage veteran for many years and understands how to present the material to make sure the key points as well as the main facts of the true nature of the job are outlined while instilling the required knowledge of the federal laws and guidelines mandated in the industry.