What Does Mortgage Banker E&O Insurance Actually Cover?
What does Mortgage Banker E&O Insurance Actually Cover?
Unfortunately, there is a common misconception that mortgage banker E&O insurance policies provide a broader range of coverage then they actually do.
In today’s video, I will break down what mortgagee E&O policies actually cover and discuss additional types of coverages to be aware of when you are applying for and renewing these all-important policies.
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First off, many lenders may think that their E&O policy covers a wide variety of potential claims, but unfortunately, they are sadly mistaken.
There are two types of E&O coverages for mortgage bankers:
- Mortgagee E&O policies needed for GSE & warehouse bank requirements are limited to coverage for items such as failure to obtain or maintain insurance or pay real estate taxes.
- A Professional Services Liability policy includes coverage for those negligent acts and errors and omissions which arise out of your professional services as a mortgage banker.
With that being said, many lenders make the mistake to think that this type of coverage applies to all aspects of the business, including repurchase requests.
However, it is important to note that most of these types of policies contain many exclusions within them and also may not cover contractual agreements such as repurchase requests, unless some type of negligence has been included as part of the claim.
In addition to mortgagee E&O, here are additional types of policies to be aware of:
- Discounted Loan Loss: Provides coverage for where the loan has been sold and the seller is legally liable to purchase it back, provided the borrower is current.
- Fidelity Bond: Employee dishonesty, theft, and fraud. Improper personal financial gain by an employee with intent to defraud employer.
- Directors & Officers (D&O) Liability Insurance: protects individual directors and officers who are performing corporate duties for a mortgage banking firm against third-party lawsuits that arise from their role. Policies can cover legal damages and legal defense costs. This can be a recruiting tool for both attracting and retaining those key employees.
- Cyber Liability: Protects the lender against theft, loss, or unauthorized disclosure of consumer’s personally identifiable non-public information along with other areas of protection.
- Please note that this is an INCREASING AREA OF LIABILITY!
Remember to be proactive by reading your policies and understanding the definitions set forth by your carrier. At the very least you should consult with your current carrier or insurance broker regarding any coverage questions to determine extents of your coverage and where you may be at risk.
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Sean A. Stephens, Esq., CMB®
Broker to Banker Consulting, LLC
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Sean A. Stephens, Esq., CMB®
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