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Waiting Until 70 For Social Security Benefits may not make sense and here is why.
Waiting Until 70 For Social Security Benefits may not make sense and here is why.
Fannie Mae COVID Guideline Change
With the pandemic pointing toward endemic, it’s a relief that the GSEs are starting to look at removing some of the COVID-related guidelines. Self-employed borrowers may find it a bit easier to qualify for a mortgage now…,just in time as rates head up. Fannie Mae just released an update effective...
IRS Offers One-Time Chance to Correct Taxes of Misclassified Employees! Part 3
In episode 3 of our 4-part series (Dynamex vs. Superior Court CA), we discuss how employers can be penalized for misclassified workers, how back taxes and payroll tax penalties are calculated and what you can do to correct your classification of employees. 4 Part Mini- Series Dynamex Operations West...
Temporary Authority W-2 Requirement
For those who have been following our series and attending our webinars on 1099 v. W-2, here’s a new consideration in the age-old debate. The Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief and Consumer Protection Act (EGRRCPA) revised the SAFE Act. Effective Monday, November 25, 2019 the revision allows QUALIFIED Registered (depository)...
Become a Certified Credit Specialist (CCS)!
Think you know credit? Learn a NEW WAY to educate consumers about credit reports while earning a professional designation! Monday, September 16th – 11:00 am – 5:00 pm (Emperor’s Ballroom 2) – $149 Members; $279 Non-Members Why get certified? Most originators have never had real professional development, education or...
W-2 Contagion? The “ABC” Test Federalized?
If you followed our mini series on California’s latest law AB5, you know that independent contractor “1099” status just got tougher in CA. AB5 seriously increased the ability for state and federal governments to reclassify workers from independent contractors to “employee”(W-2) status. If this is not a topic you...
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...
Reduce Costs While Providing Real Mortgage Professional Development!
It’s December 2019. Your entire origination staff just got Certified by a 25 year mortgage veteran. Your underwriting conditions are cut in half due to less touches on more profitable files. Your customer service has improved dramatically and the stress level with all employees is greatly reduced. Not to...
CFPB Issues Rule on TILA Financial Emergency, Rescission & Change of Circumstances
April 29, 2020 – The CFPB issued an Interpretive Rule today titled: Application of Certain Provisions in the TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosure Rule and Regulation Z Right of Rescission Rules in Light of the COVID-19 Pandemic. The rule allows for COVID-19 to be a “financial emergency reason for borrowers to...
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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.




