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The NMLS Resource Center is the official gateway into the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System & Registry (NMLS) and provides users with tools, tips, news and updates.

NMLS News

NMLS Ombudsman Meeting Summary Available

Posted 3/28/2018

A summary of the February 2018 NMLS Ombudsman meeting, which was held during the NMLS Annual Conference & Training in New Orleans, Louisiana, is now available. For details, see Summary | NMLS Ombudsman.

NMLS Mortgage Industry Report for 2017 Q4 Released

Posted 3/20/2018

The NMLS Mortgage Industry Report for the fourth quarter of 2017 is now available. Updates to the Money Services Businesses Fact Sheet and Debt Collection Fact Sheet have also been posted. For all reports, including updated Mortgage Call Report data, go to NMLS Reports.

NMLS Scheduled for System Maintenance March 10, 2018

Posted 3/9/2018

Due to scheduled system maintenance, NMLS Consumer Access will be unavailable Saturday, March 10, from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. ET.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

NMLS 2.0 Launch Date Reset for the Second Quarter 2019

Posted 2/27/2018

The Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS) has reset the launch of NMLS 2.0 for the second quarter of 2019. Over the next few months, SRR will continue working with stakeholders to develop the system and prepare for a successful transition. To stay updated and get involved, visit the NMLS 2.0 website. In addition, the target launch for the State Examination System will be adjusted based on the new NMLS 2.0 timeline.

Agency News

West Virginia Division of Financial Institutions to Adopt SAFE MLO Test

Posted 4/4/2018

The West Virginia Division of Financial Institutions will adopt the National State MLO Test with Uniform State Content, effective June 1, 2018. The Division will no longer require a second state-specific test component to be taken by mortgage loan originators (MLOs) seeking licensure with its state agency. See Uniform State Test Implementation Information to learn more.

Pennsylvania to Add Mortgage Servicer License to NMLS on April 1, 2018, Department FAQs Available

Posted 3/29/2018

Pennsylvania Secretary of Banking and Securities Robin L. Wiessmann today reminded non-bank mortgage servicers the department will begin accepting license applications April 1. She also announced frequently asked questions and answers on the licensing process have been posted online.

Starting April 1, NMLS will begin receiving new application and transition filings for the Pennsylvania Department of Banking and Securities’ Mortgage Servicer License. New applicants and existing licensees will be able to submit these records through NMLS.

Note: Companies holding these license types are required to submit a license transition request through NMLS by filing a Company Form (MU1) and an Individual Form (MU2) for each of their control persons by June 30, 2018. In addition, for each branch holding these license types, companies are encouraged to complete and submit a Branch Form (MU3). Click here for more information.

Ohio Residential Mortgage Lending Act (H.B. 199) Effective March 23, 2018, Implementation Guidance Available

Posted 3/22/2018

The Ohio Division of Financial Institutions has prepared implementation guidance and FAQs for all licensees and registrants under the former Ohio Mortgage Broker Act (now the Ohio Residential Mortgage Lending Act or RMLA) and the former Ohio Mortgage Loan Act (now the Ohio General Loan Law or GLL). Click here for more information.

Michigan Adopts Uniform Authorized Agent Reporting

Posted 2/27/2018

The Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services will begin using the NMLS Uniform Authorized Agent Reporting functionality to fulfill agent reporting requirements. Michigan licensees are required to upload Michigan-located agents in NMLS by February 15, 2018.

For more information, visit NMLS Uniform Authorized Agent Reporting.