Client & Friends Memo

Best Practices Breakdown Avoiding “Pretended Sales” Pitfalls in Texas Family Member Transactions By Steve Kubik As housing costs continue to rise, lenders are increasingly likely to encounter transactions involving and between family members. When these transactions...

Best Practices Breakdown Avoiding “Pretended Sales” Pitfalls in Texas Family Member Transactions By Steve Kubik As housing costs continue to rise, lenders are increasingly likely to encounter transactions involving and between family members. When these transactions...

June 3 – 12 p.m. MBA: Bank-Owned Mortgage Divisions: What Bankers Need to Know to Manage Mortgage Banking (Webinar) Information June 3 – 3:30 p.m. West Texas MBA June Event Information  June 4 – 11:30 a.m. Austin MBA Luncheon Information June 5 – 1 p.m. MBA:...

May 1 – 11:30 a.m. Dallas MBA May Luncheon Information May 1 – 2 p.m. MBA Quarterly Webinar: Beyond the First 100 Days Information May 2 – 11:30 a.m. Fort Worth MBA May Luncheon Information May 6 – 1 p.m. MBA: Cybersecurity in Mortgage, Part I: Review of Recent Trends...

April 2025 Industry Events April 1-3 Great River MBA Annual Conference Memphis, TN Information April 1 – 1 p.m. MBA: Reframing Beliefs: Eliminating Limiting Mindsets and Building Confidence & Success in Careers (Webinar) Information April 2 – 11:30 a.m. Austin MBA...

March presents new opportunities like AMBA’s luncheon this Wednesday when TMBA president Jodie Cochran will share a legislative update -- and TMBA’s Biennial Advocacy Day later this month in Austin. Here's a list of worthwhile opportunities to learn, connect with...

February 4-7 MBA Servicing & Solutions Expo Dallas, TX Information February 4 – 1 p.m. Turning Data into Action: Enhancing Recruiting and Solving Loan Officer Performance Challenges (MBA Webinar) Information February 5 – 1 p.m. RESPA at 50: Necessary Reforms to...

If you’re signed up to receive Clients and Friends memos, you know about the new administrative code changes that became effective November 23, 2024. Based on our communication with the TDSML, examination review for the new rules began January 1, 2025.  As always,...

For 14 years, Kelli Looney has been a cornerstone of Black, Mann & Graham’s fulfillment department, earning a reputation for her meticulous attention to detail and unwavering dedication. Starting at BMG in September 2010, Kelli has navigated the complexities of...

We’re excited to kick off 2025 with an outstanding lineup of industry events designed for learning and engagement. Be sure to explore the links below for additional background and to register. January 8 – 11:30 a.m. Austin MBA Luncheon Information January 8 – 11:30...