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Seminars by Saltmarsh Our Commitment to Excellence

As a part of our commitment to help our clients and professionals achieve excellence, Saltmarsh provides specialized training which they can use to sharpen their skills, better understand their industries, and advance their careers.

Check the listing of upcoming seminars below to see what's coming up near you.

Fundamentals of Lending ComplianceApril 26 - 27, 2021 - The Brownwood Hotel & Spa | The Villages, FL

Join our Financial Institution Advisory Group for a comprehensive in-person workshop on the Fundamentals of Lending Compliance. Our trusted, in-house team of loan compliance auditors and advisors will address the regulatory requirements of taking applications and originating and closing residential, commercial and consumer loans and lines of credit.

This event will also highlight recent changes to the requirements, as well as ones on the way. Prepare yourself with this Fundamentals refresh, and share best practice tips through peer-to-peer discussion in managing these everyday challenges.

Due to social distancing considerations, space is limited so register TODAY!
*Our meeting venue is graciously provided by Citizens First Bank, a valued client and industry partner.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

As a fundamentals/refresher program, all experience levels will benefit, including:

MLOs, Residential, Commercial, and Consumer Loan Officers and Processors
Senior Lenders responsible for strategic planning and resource allocation
Compliance Officers
Auditors

REGISTRATION FEE: $195

$195 fee includes all training/workshop sessions, session handbook, refreshments and two meals during the event. This event qualifies for 11.75 CRCM credits.

After online registration, you will be redirected to our secure portal for payment. Please contact seminars@saltmarshcpa.com if you encounter issues or need assistance. Discounted rooms at the venue hotel are subject to availability and separate registration; see Hotel Accommodations booking link for details below.

Day 1| Residential Lending

Monday, April 26 | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (EST)

This full-day session will address the regulatory requirements for taking applications, originating, and closing closed-end residential mortgage loans.

Regulations and topics will include: ECOA (Fair lending, taking applications and making disclosures, appraisal requirements); HMDA (gathering the information); FCRA (permissible purpose, notice to home loan applicant, risk-based pricing notice); E-SIGN; TILA-RESPA (Initial disclosures, ATR, HOEPA, Escrow, changed circumstances, closing disclosures, construction loans, rescission); Flood; RESPA Section 8 prohibitions, affiliated businesses; and Hot topics in Servicing (FCRA, Force placement, Escrow, SCRA). Other topics may also be covered in discussion with your peers as part of the classroom/workshop atmosphere. Lunch and refreshments will be provided.

Day 2 | Commercial & Consumer Lending

Tuesday, April 27 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (EST)

We’ll conclude with a half-day session addressing the regulatory requirements required for taking applications, originating and closing commercial and consumer loans (including unsecured, auto loans, personal lines of credit, and HELOCs).

Regulations and topics will include: ECOA (Fair lending, applications and disclosures, co-signers and spousal guarantees, appraisals); HMDA (gathering the info); FCRA (permissible purpose, notice to home loan applicant, risk-based pricing notice); E-SIGN; MLA; TILA (HOEPA, rescission); Flood; and Hot topics in Servicing (periodic statements, SCRA). Other topics may also be covered in discussion with your peers as part of the classroom/workshop atmosphere. Breakfast and refreshments will be provided.

BONUS: Each session will highlight recent and upcoming regulatory changes and their impact on your compliance program and processes.

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MEET YOUR SALTMARSH SPEAKERS
Training and workshops will be lead by the Financial Institution Advisory Group:

Kristen Stogniew, Esq., CFE, Shareholder
Connie Edwards, CRCM, Shareholder
Sarah Oliver, CRCM, Senior Manager
Janet Munns, CRCM, Consultant

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
Enjoy the event even more by staying overnight at the beautiful Brownwood Hotel & Spa! We have a room block for Sunday, April 25, and Monday, April 26 at $119/night. Room block may sell out. Click here to book!

OTHER VENUES
If you are not able to attend this session but are interested in attending this program that is being planned for Nashville, Tennessee, please contact seminars@saltmarshcpa.com. If you would like customized training in/to your institution, please contact kristen.stogniew@saltmarshcpa.com or connie.edwards@saltmarshcpa.com.

CRCM CREDITS APPROVAL STATEMENT
ABA Professional Certifications is dedicated to promoting the highest standards of performance and ethics within the financial services industry. Fundamentals of Lending Compliance has been approved for 11.75 CRCM credits. This statement is not an endorsement of this program or its sponsor. Certification holders must report these credits at aba.csod.com.

Quick Details

Location: The Brownwood Hotel & Spa | The Villages, FL
Address: 3003 Brownwood Blvd, The Villages, FL 32163
Cost: $195.00 ; lunch (day 1) and breakfast (day 2)
Date: April 26 - 27, 2021
Time: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM (EST)

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WEBINAR: Nacha Operating Rules UpdateMay 27, 2021 - GoToWebinar (2:00 PM CST/3:00 PM EST)

Join us for a webinar on Thursday, May 27th from 2:00-3:00 PM (CST)/3:00-4:00 PM (EST).

The Nacha Operating Rules (Nacha Rules) direct how the ACH Network is operated. As the payments industry continues to evolve, so do the Nacha Rules. Has your financial institution or business kept pace with the recent and upcoming Nacha Rule changes?

This timely webinar, presented by our Financial Institution Advisory Group and hosted by Senior Consultant, Janice Weisz, AAP, will provide a brief overview of some recent and upcoming Nacha Rule changes to include the following:

Supplementing Fraud Detection Standards for WEB Debits – Effective March 19, 2021
Differentiating Unauthorized Return Reasons Phase 2 – Effective April 1, 2021
Supplementing Data Security Requirements Phase 1 – Effective June 30, 2021
Limitation on Warranty Claims – Effective June 30, 2021
Reversals Rule – Effective June 30, 2021
ACH Contact Registry Phase 2 – Effective August 1, 2021