8AM – 4:30PM  >  Emperors Ballroom 1

8 Hour SAFE Comprehensive: 2025 Mortgage Loan Originator Live Classroom Course (Course No. 17341)

This classroom course satisfies the eight hours of 2025 annual continuing education required of individuals maintaining a state-issued mortgage loan originator (MLO) license.

Within this course, students will review required topics including: 3 hours on federal mortgage-related laws; 2 hours on ethics, fraud & consumer protection; 2 hours on lending standards related to nontraditional mortgage products & 1 hour on elective content.

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12 – 5:30PM

Attendee Registration & Exhibitor Setup 

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6 – 10PM >  Augustus Ballroom 

Welcome Party

We kick off NN25 with an opening party featuring dining, dancing & a celebration of NAMB’s accomplishments over the past year!

We'll honor NAMB’s award-winning Mortgage Broker of the Year, New Broker of the Year, Service Provider of the Year & more.

Then we'll dance the night away with Broadway's Rock of Ages band featuring Barry Habib! This epic evening is sure to be a night to remember.

8AM – 6PM

Attendee Registration 

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8AM – 12PM

Exhibitor Setup 

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10 – 11:30AM  >  Augustus Ballroom 

Overcoming Adversity & Finding Opportunity, Sponsored by Motto Mortgage

Keynote speaker & frequent NAMB guest Barry Habib, CEO of MBS Highway, presents a look at the Fed, interest rates & housing, sponsored by Motto Mortgage.

Widely credited with saving the mortgage industry in 2020 from Margin Calls due to Fed Actions, Barry is a best-selling author & go-to media resource for his mortgage & housing expertise. 

During his mortgage sales career, Barry personally originated over $2 billion. He is the highest rated speaker & trainer for over 25 years in mortgage & real estate

THANKS TO SPONSOR MOTTO MORTGAGE: Created to disrupt the mortgage industry, the Motto Mortgage network connects loan originators & RE agents to provide a seamless, personalized experience and one-stop shop for consumers. mottomortgage.com

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11:30AM – 12PM  >  Augustus Ballroom 

Incoming President’s Message, Installation of Officers  

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12 - 1PM > Augustus Ballroom

Saturday Luncheon (optional)

Cost for this buffet luncheon is $50. 

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12 - 1PM > Augustus Ballroom

Battle of the Coaches

Get ready to score big in your career! Chris Vinson, the dynamic CEO of Windsor Mortgage, will be your captain as he leads an all-star panel of the mortgage industry's top coaches at NAMB National.

Do I need a Coach? Who’s the Right Coach for Me? Will a Coach make a difference in my career?

Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your career in the mortgage industry, this event is your playbook for success. Learn how personalized coaching can help you master your skills, navigate challenges & achieve your personal best. 

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1 - 2PM > Augustus Ballroom

The American Gift

Eddy G. Perez Jr. unpacks what it means to preserve, protect & promote The American Gift, the opportunity for homeownership in the greatest country in the world.

With the market evolving and leadership shifting, it’s time for a new guard to rise, one built on belief, purpose & action. Eddy challenges industry professionals to lead with impact, think differently & embrace responsibility as modern-day stewards of access & equity in housing.

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1 – 6PM  >  Palace Ballroom 

Exhibit Hall Open

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3 - 3:50PM > Emperors Ballroom 1

Plaza Home Mortgage Breakout Session

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3 - 3:50PM > Emperors Ballroom 2

Finance of America Mortgage Breakout Session

8am - 4pm > Registration Area

Attendee Registration

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9 - 10AM > Augustus Ballroom

Sunday Breakfast - “Breakfast Beats” (optional)

Kick off your morning with a hearty, buffet-style breakfast that includes freshly brewed coffee, fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, golden waffles, seasonal fruit & more. Cost for this optional meal is $25.

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11:45AM - 12PM > Augustus Ballroom

Outgoing President's Message

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12 - 1PM  > Augustus Ballroom

Sunday Luncheon - “Groove & Grub” (optional)

From savory entrees to fresh salads and decadent desserts, this spread is crafted to please every palate. Cost for this optional meal is $50.

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1 – 5PM  >  Palace Ballroom

Exhibit Hall Open

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2 - 3PM > Emperors Ballroom 1

PRMG Breakout Session

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4 – 5PM  >  Palace Ballroom

Happy Hour & Prize Winners Announcement

9AM – 4PM  >  Emperor's Ballroom 2

Certified Credit Specialist (CCS) Class 

The NAMB way to talk about credit scores & earn a certification is by becoming a Certified Credit Specialist (CCS), sponsored by Rocket Pro TPO!

• Gain a market advantage & take a deep dive on structures of credit scoring.
• Perform professional in-depth, credit analysis
• Educate you to educate your customers
• Differentiate yourself by learning better pricing
• Understand how reason codes impact score and price
• Demonstrate mastery of credit review
• Gain knowledge of how trended credit data affects files
• Reduce touches on files and improve turn-times
• Eliminate conditions

Cost is $199 for NAMB Professional & Associate Members and $298 for NAMB Courtesy Associate & Non-Members.

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9AM – 5PM  >  Emperor's Ballroom 1

Certified Veterans Lending Specialist (CVLS) Class

Is your focus on VA loans? Would you like to separate yourself from the competition? Don't miss this opportunity to become approved for NAMB's most popular certification, the Certified Veterans Lending Specialist (CVLS), sponsored by Newrez.

You’ll be able to get deals done that nobody else can, help more veterans in the process & stand out to referral partners.

The certification training will cover all the basics if you’ve never done a VA deal before, but it’ll also dig into super advanced topics like:

• Proving eligibility for everyone including reservists and surviving spouses
• Tips for getting DU & LP approvals, and why manual underwriting isn’t something to be feared
• The truth about VA appraisals and especially “Tidewater"
• Ways to find double the number of VA approved condos
• New rules around refinances and being ready for when that market returns
• Uncommon issues like assumptions, EEM, Rehab, non-owner occupant co-borrowers, etc.

Cost is $199 for NAMB Professional & Associate Members and $298 for NAMB Courtesy Associate & Non-Members.