Uploading a Merger and Acquisition Transfer File

Upload a CSV file to NMLS to transfer Mortgage Loan Originator (MLO) employment records as part of a merger, acquisition, or corporate reorganization.

About this task

Institutions can upload a CSV file in NMLS to transfer MLO employment records resulting from a merger, acquisition, or corporate reorganization. The file must follow the required format and contain accurate data to ensure records are processed successfully.

Use the following resources to prepare your transfer file:

Procedure

  1. Navigate to the NMLS Login page (Federal Context).
  2. Log in to your NMLS account.
    Note: If you are landed on the NMLS Connect screen, select NMLS Federal Registry in the Quick Links section.
    NMLS Federal Registry Quick Link
  3. Select the Federal context, if the Context screen is displayed.
    Note: Be sure you are in the Federal context by selecting Federal from the You are currently drop down list. Your screen should display the Federal Registry watermark.
    NMLS Context Selector
  4. From the NMLS Home screen, click the Tasks tab.
  5. Select M&A Options from the sub-menu.
  6. Select the hyperlink for the acquired institution.
  7. Click Upload New M&A File from the left navigation panel.
  8. Click Browse and select your completed CSV transfer file.
  9. Check the verification box and click Attest to confirm the accuracy of the file contents.
  10. Click Upload to submit the file for processing.
    Note: The Upload New M&A File screen will confirm that the file was uploaded successfully.