Online Courses – Instructor-Led
Advanced FHA Underwriting
Class meets August 17, 18, 19 and 20, 2010
(4-Day Format)
Course code: IW-10-007-008
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Now more than ever, mortgage lenders are relying on FHA loan programs to help meet the needs of their clients. FHA's unique guidelines and requirements can be intimidating even for seasoned underwriters. AllRegs Academy’s Advanced FHA Underwriting examines recent program changes and issues surrounding risk-based pricing, credit history and appraisals. This class has been developed by industry experts using proven instructional methodologies. This course includes instructor presentation along with engaging hands-on activities designed to reach all learning styles.
Course Topics | Who Should Attend | Course Delivery | Class Schedule
Certification Credit | Instructors | Tuition & Registration
Course topics include the following:
Whether you’re new to FHA loans or need a refresher on the nuances of FHA loan programs, this course is exactly what you and your staff need to get up to speed quickly and start underwriting FHA loans.
Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:
- Discuss recent FHA updates and reforms
- Evaluate properties and appraisals to ensure compliance with FHA requirements
- Review the DE test case process and provide tips for success
- Analyze various credit history scenarios and determine acceptability
- Calculate ratios for various employment/income scenarios
- Perform in-depth evaluations of credit packages
A comprehensive 25 question assessment will be available online after the course to assess how well the student has met the learning objectives.
Session 1
FHA Lending Scenarios
FHA Updates and Reforms
Mortgage Insurance Premiums
FHA forms to be completed and or reviewed by the Underwriter
- 92900LT
- 92900A Addendum to the 1003
- 92900.5B Statement of Appraised Value
- Underwriter Appraisal Review Sheet
- Standard Disclosures
- Amendatory Clause
- Real Estate Certification
- Assumption Notice
- Consumer Choice Disclosure
- Notice to Home Buyer
Declining Markets
FHA Connection
Review the DE test case process and provide tips for success
Review the top mistakes FHA underwriters make and how to avoid making them
Homework Assignment – Completing FHA forms
Session 2
Perform an in-depth review of an FHA Appraisal
Explain the review process
Review the steps to effectively communicate with an FHA appraiser
Homework Assignment – FHA Connection Review and read Mortgagee Letter 2008-11
Session 3
Perform an in-depth review of various credit history scenarios
- Thin/non-traditional credit
- Chapter 13 bankruptcy
- Low credit score
- Currently delinquent on mortgage
Evaluation of credit scenarios
Homework Assignment – Credit Review
Session 4
Review the calculation of income for various employment/income scenarios
- Hourly workers
- Employees with part-time income
- Seasonal workers
- Self-employed
- Secondary Financing
- TOTAL Scorecard
- Compensating Factors
- Closing Costs
Evaluation of income scenarios
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Who Should Attend
- Underwriters and processors new to FHA underwriting
- Seasoned underwriters and processors needing a refresher on FHA underwriting
- Loan originators
- Operations managers
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Course Delivery
The training sessions utilize WebEx technology in conjunction with audio conferencing. Polling capabilities, live chat, and question & answer sessions allow participants to easily interact with subject matter experts. The course consists of four 90-minute sessions, either over a 4-week period or over 4 consecutive days. Pre-reading and exercises are included and accessed through the AllRegs Academy learning management system. Participants are required to complete assignments prior to each session.
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Class Schedule
- Tuesday, August 17, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. EST (First day)
- Wednesday, August 18, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. EST
- Thursday, August 19, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. EST
- Friday, August 20, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. EST (Last day)
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Certification Credit
Upon successful completion of this course, you will earn 6 hours of credit towards the Residential Government Underwriter (RGU) certification.
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Course Instructors
To be Announced...
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Tuition & Registration
The course is $350 per person. Tuition includes all course materials. Upon successfully completing the course, students will earn an industry-recognized certificate of completion.
Still have questions? Interested in multiple registrations?
Call (800) 848-4904.
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Class meets August 17, 18, 19 and 20, 2010
(4-Day Format)
Course code: IW-10-007-008
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