Program Information
This is a comprehensive 5-day training course to get you CERTIFIED as a “FORENSIC LOAN AUDITOR” through the National Association of Mortgage Underwriters “NAMU”
Objectives
- Study and learn important mortgage topics related to forensic loan auditing
- Expand your knowledge of the legal and compliance aspects of forensic
- Receive a Certification as a NAMU-Certified Forensic Loan Auditor
Requirements
- Must promptly attend and be present for a minimum of 32 hours
of training.
- Must satisfactorily pass a criminal background check/ Sex Offender Check [looking mostly for fraud, embezzlement]
- Must satisfactorily pass the final examination at the end of the course. Trainees will know right on the spot!!!!!
Major Topics:
Truth in Lending Act
Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act
Home Ownership Equity Protection Act
State and Federal Discrimination Laws
Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
California State
Disclosure Laws
State Common Laws
|
Broker Licensing
Loan Transaction Documentation
Proper Calculation of APR and Finance Charges
Underwriting Standards
and Methodologies
Predatory Loan Indicators
Legal Standing & Other Foreclosure Defenses
And much more!!! |
This course will cover forensic loan auditing for possible violations of the Truth in Lending Act, Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act, Home Ownership Equity Protection Act, Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, and other pertinent State and Federal statutes and common law principles to look for in the loan documentation.
Designed for:
All professionals in the mortgage, real estate, legal, and finance professions involved in loan modifications, lender litigation and/or forensic auditing. A basic knowledge of relevant loan transaction documents will be assumed.
Speakers:
1. Brendan D. McDonald, Esq. Compliance Attorney, and Corporate Counsel for CFLA, LLC with experience in Real Estate litigation
2. Andrew P. Lehman, MBA JD; Managing Member of CFLA,
3. Eric Hougen, Esq., Senior Attorney and experienced TILA/RESPA Trial Lawyer. Also Certified as a Forensic Loan Auditor.
4. Marla Giddings, Senior Certified Forensic Loan Auditor and former Underwriter at Countrywide Home Loans, has performed several hundred forensic loan audits this year alone!
Location:
CFLA, LLC / CONFERENCE ROOM
13101 W. WASHINGTON BLVD.
LOS ANGELES, CA 90066
Registration:
Pre-Registration is required and can be done over the phone at 310-432-6304, with Visa or Mastercard, or by Check. Registration forms will be emailed after payment is complete. Late Registration allowed until one week prior to course enrollment!
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Pricing:
$2,995.00 for the one-week course. You will also receive a Certification recognizing you as a NAMU-CERTIFIED FORENSIC LOAN AUDITOR
Benefits of the Course:
- Receive a Certification from the National Association of Mortgage Underwriters
- Become Certified as a "Forensic Loan Auditor"
- Maintain Students Records in a Nationwide searchable database to verify and validate certification for prospective employers
- Highlight each new Certified Member within a weekly newsletter entitled "The Mortgage Standard" [over 40,000 distributions]
- Student is highlighted in NAMP online directory at:
http://www.mortgage-underwriters.org/namu-member-directory
Testimonials From Previous Courses
“I came in to this class wanting to do professional, competent, and comprehensive forensic loan audits and that is exactly what this class has done for me! As a mortgage professional looking to sustain myself in this career field, I have found that this class has opened up a wealth of opportunities for me and was easily worth the time
and money.”
Mark Martinez, class on 03/22
“Auditing provides an alternative to loan modifications and provides a level of strength for homeowners and lawyers to negotiate with. Finally, there is a class out there that teaches the tools to fight this against these financial institutions in this terrible economic mortgage crises.”
Angela Narain White, Class on 03/22.
“The knowledge and experience of the teachers and attorneys prepared me to complete a loan audit with confidence I would recommend this class to anyone.”
Wayne Goldman class on 03/22
“The instructor Marla is a superstar!!!”
Robin Watkins, class on 03/22
If anyone wants to become a Forensic Loan Auditor or is already, this course is a must!!! You will not just do the audits, you will understand and be able to truly help
your clients.”
Linda Zimmerman Class on 02/08
“This is a must have instruction for in depth understanding of the process. The knowledge gives confidence which can be translated into doing the audits more efficiently and quicker, while at the same time far more accurate and detailed.”
Marla Buchwald class on 02/08
“I thought it was great, I learned more than expected.” Brandon Butler, Esq. class on 02/08
“This certification carries much clout and will put us in a league of our own against other Forensic loan Auditors.”
Pat Bennett class on 02/08
“The trainers have great insight & valuable experience. Their professionalism and work ethic are amazing. They truly want their students to succeed
and do well.”
Jennifer Garcia- class on 01/25
“Incredibility comprehensive and well worth the investment." "The trainer is one of the most knowledgeable individuals I've met in 15 years of lending.”
Shelton Perrigan- class on 01/25
“My expectations were exceeded. I have been a Real Estate professional since 1993 and have simply followed guidelines established. This course has opened my eyes to all the reasons of why?”
Michael Bakkers- class on 01/25
“I would recommend this course to everyone interest in the mortgage or related business. This certainly will open a person's eye as to how to do a business and be successful.”
Geoff Gault-class on 01/25
“Very detail oriented training and professional experience, I learned more than expected.”
Diane Rodriguez- class on 01/25
“GREAT!!! A must for all Mortgage Professionals!! A++++.”
Nani class on 12/16
“Anyone doing Loan Foreclosure Defense must understand the basis of the loan docs. That foundation is fully understood here!! A++.”
Florida Attorney- class on 12/16
“The instructors were A++++. Thank you CFLA!!!! This class was worth every penny!”
Fernando- class on 12/16
“Very well organized, structured, clear and concise. I highly recommend this course!”
Sally Figuierido class on 11/16
“I came into this class as a seasoned Real Estate professional and at first a skeptic. However, I was very satisfied with the depth of knowledge of the instructors who helped me understand the legal side of this industry and recent laws that affect my business. Thank you CFLA for taking a personal interest in my learning experience!!!!” A++++
James Franklin [trainee class of 08/13]
“I would recommend this class to anyone who wants to take the next step in their career as a Real Estate professional, Forensic Loan Auditor, Loan Modification Attorney, or anyone interested in understanding how to protect themselves against Mortgage Fraud by Lenders!!!”
Damion W. Emholtz [class on 08/20]