New regulations and laws have changed the way agents, mortgage lenders, and appraisers interact. Appraisal Management Companies or "AMC's" now act as middlemen, taking the appraisal orders (and fees) from mortgage lenders and then hiring appraisers. Understanding the new system and how it impacts your transactions is vital.

This class has been designed specifically for Real Estate Agents.
(1 Hour 45 Minutes)
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A common scam is to purchase a home and then immediately sell it (or "flip") to another buyer, usually at a substantial profit to the first owner. Learn about two common flip techniques, discover where the lies usually exist, and how they lead to a felony. Learn More

Lenders are increasingly outsourcing their appraisal management needs. There are hundreds of independent Appraisal Management Companies (AMC), some run by felons. So how does the lender select and hire the right AMC? This class will explain the issues and the laws that govern the lenders hiring of this third-party. Learn More

Examine the issues that involve Appraisal Management Companies (AMC), the interactions with appraisers, lenders, and the federal laws that govern all parties. There is a lack of understanding regarding the laws and government oversight. This is leading to poor appraisals and problematic interactions within the lending system. This course is designed to provide basic education for lenders and real estate appraisers.

This class has been approved for Continuing Education (CE) credits.
(3 Hours)

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March 10, 2010 - Portland, Oregon - SOLD OUT
   Sponsored by The Oregon Department of Justice
March 15, 2010 - Gresham, Oregon
March 16, 2010 - Springfield, Oregon Learn More

Real Estate fraud has become so pervasive that it threatens both the local and national economy - your business and even your personal weath is at risk. This class provides the information you need to understand the depth of the fraud problem and how it will affect your business. Learn how doing business "the way we've always done it" fosters and perpetuates the fraud environment. See what is occuring daily in your marketplace and what you need to do to be safe.

This class has been approved for Continuing Education (CE) credits in the following states - WA, OR, ID, CA, AZ, FL
(Class Duration: 3, 6, or 7 hours)

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March 5, 2010 - Renton, WA
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The OTS, OCC, FDIC, NCUA and the various other regulatory agencies all have requirements that appraisals must be reviewed.

This class is designed to explain the appraisal review process, the Federal laws and regulations that banks must follow when dealing with real estate appraisals and what constitutes a "Review" under the various laws, regulations and guidelines. This Webinar also includes excerpts from the Federal Bank Audit Guidelines, in regards to Auditors examine the review process of banks.

This class has been designed specifically for Apprasiers.
(1.5 Hours) Learn More

This class describes the extent of real estate and mortgage fraud, how fraud has impacted real estate prices and value. There are charts indicating which counties, all across the US, are experiencing the highest levels of fraud and decreasing property values. The second half of the class describes and explains several of the most common frauds by buyers, sellers and real estate appraisers. We go through several common frauds, on a step-by-step basis. Learn how the appraiser is involved and their ability to stop the fraud examined.

This class is for fraud investigators.
(1.5 Hours) Learn More