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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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Debra Killian
October 25, 2023

Under 20 Employees? Your Business May Be Subject to New Beneficial Ownership Interest (BOI) Rules!

I usually write about mortgage or real estate professionals, but since I teach Anti-Money Laundering classes, I thought it would be helpful for all small businesses to know what’s coming. On September 18, 2023 the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) published the final rules for the new Corporate Transparency...

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Debra Killian
April 24, 2026

Navigating NMLS Licensing: A Step-by-Step Success Guide

The journey to becoming a licensed mortgage professional often feels like navigating a complex maze of regulatory requirements and tight deadlines. At CLOES.online, we believe that understanding the sequence of the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System (NMLS) is the first step toward building a thriving career. We are dedicated to...

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Debra Killian
January 3, 2023

Jeanne Kelly & Debra Killian Announce New Program for Originators Working with Realtors!

Join Jeanne Kelly Credit Coach and Debra Killian on Credit Over Coffee as they discuss getting into the mortgage industry and Debra’s E-Course, Mortgage Origination Practices. 2023 will be a challenging year for most mortgage companies and originators. Everyone wants purchase business. This podcast will change the way you...

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Debra Killian
October 10, 2019

1099 vs. W-2: How Employers Get Caught! Take Action Now!

In the final episode of our 4-part series (Dynamex vs. Superior Court CA), we discuss how employers are reported and steps to consider if the potential for misclassification is present. Routine state or IRS company audits may also trigger an investigation. 4 Part Mini- Series Dynamex Operations West Inc,...

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Debra Killian
July 17, 2023

Is Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Mandatory Compliance Coming for Realtors?

Do you know how money is actually laundered through real estate transactions?  Do you know your Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Training Requirements? Between 2015 and 2020, at least $2.3 billion was laundered through US real estate, with estimates by Washington, D.C. think tank Global Financial Integrity (GFI),  putting the number...

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Don DeRespinis
December 1, 2018

Introducing Course Schedules

Course Schedules allows students to participate in group classes at scheduled times. Many busy professionals have difficulty completing unscheduled activities because of the demands on their time. These busy professionals prefer to commit to a scheduled time activity over a period of 1 to 4 weeks. Course Schedules allows...

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Debra Killian
March 23, 2020

Underwriting, Appraisals and E-signature Guidance Issued by Fannie Mae Today!

Fannie Mae issued guidance today in their Lender Letters 2020-03 and 2020-04. We have reviewed the information and produced a video of highlights for you. We do not provide legal or investor advice. As with all transactions, please consult with your investor’s guidelines, compliance departments and underwriting standards and...

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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.