FRAUD PREVENTION TRACK: Best Practices – Detecting Fraud in the Underwriting Process
Mortgage fraud remains a growing risk across the lending industry, making strong underwriting practices more important than ever. This session explores key red flags underwriters should recognize throughout the loan review process. Attendees gain practical insights into fraud detection, risk mitigation, and best practices for verifying borrower information to help protect loan quality and support sound lending decisions.
Speakers
Moderator
Denise L. James has extensive experience in executive leadership roles, particularly in product management, fraud, quality control solutions and tenant screening services within the mortgage and fintech industries. She is recognized as a thought leader in the mortgage industry, contributing to industry publications and participating in advocacy boards. She has also developed innovative products, such as the "Loan Fraud Alert Tool," for which she was awarded a US patent. Awarded notable distinctions as one of Mortgage Banking’s “Most Powerful Women in Mortgage” and the “Mortgage Star Award” in 2023 and 2024.
