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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...
Debra Killian, CRMS Participates on NMLS Users Conference Panel Discussing C.E. Issues – February 20, 2019 – Orlando, FL.
Continuing Education and the Supervisory Process Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista1751 Hotel Plaza Boulevard, Lake Buena Vista, Florida, 32830 For the past three years, SRR has been working with the Multi-state Mortgage Committee (MMC) to understand and identify reoccurring problems discovered on mortgage exams that can be addressed through...
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...
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...
The SAFE ACT of 2008 vs 1099s!
With so much focus on AB5, California and the IRS reporting of originator income, is it possible we are missing the 10,000 lb gorilla? California is leading the country into a necessary review of worker misclassification. Recently New Jersey, New York, Illinois, Wisconsin, Oregon and Washington joined California with...
Mortgage Training Doesn’t Have to Be Overwhelming or Expensive—Here’s a Better Way!
Looking for a smarter, more affordable way to learn the mortgage business? If you are preparing to pass the NMLS exam and start a career as a mortgage loan originator (MLO), it comes with a steep learning curve. You need to understand complex loan products, strict guidelines, compliance rules...
Big Changes for Depository Lenders and Real Estate Professionals May Be on the Horizon.
With low rates and refinances slowing down turn times in the middle of the summer selling season, changes may be coming that are most likely not on your radar. Depository institutions may want to begin to develop a strategy for Transitional Licensing Authority that could change the originator pool....
When Starting a Mortgage Broker Business…Hope is Not a Strategy!
I have been receiving many inquiries about what it takes to start a mortgage broker business and how to get started. I recently spoke to a gentleman who thought he wanted to start his own business, but after our lengthy conversation, he came to the conclusion “I just want...
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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.




