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Whether you're a new user or one who already knows the basics, Calyx offers a training class that's right for you. No matter where you are, you can take advantage of this excellent online learning opportunity in the comfort of your own office. Most important, these classes will produce results that can be measured - you'll market loans more effectively, process applications faster, increase accuracy, enhance customer communications, and manage your pipeline with precision.

ALL CLASSES: The majority of our online training classes are 90-minute sessions that provide step-by-step instruction on a specific feature or function in Point. This format combines the benefits of live, interactive instruction with the convenience of learning from your desk.

Class Date Time Register
PointCentral Admin - Basic 5/17/2013 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM CDT
PointCentral Admin - Advanced 5/17/2013 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM CDT
Advanced Business Rules in PointCentral 5/17/2013 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM CDT
Getting Started in Point 5/20/2013 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM CDT
Originating/Processing Loans in Point 5/20/2013 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT
Working with the Fees Worksheet 5/21/2013 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM CDT
Custom Forms 5/21/2013 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM CDT
Managing Reports 5/21/2013 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM CDT
PointCentral Admin - Basic 5/24/2013 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM CDT
PointCentral Admin - Advanced 5/24/2013 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM CDT
Using Business Rules In PointCentral 5/24/2013 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM CDT
Getting Started in Point 5/29/2013 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM CDT
Originating/Processing Loans in Point 5/29/2013 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT
Underwriting Loans in Point 5/28/2013 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM CDT
Building Templates 5/28/2013 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

BUILDING TEMPLATES: Brokers and bankers alike will enjoy increased efficiencies and decreased repetitive data entry when you complete this class! In the class you will create templates that allow you to build accurate loan files quickly, while ensuring that critical common data elements are applied to every file.

Class      
Building Templates 5/28/2013 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT
Topics Covered:
  • Loan Programs specific to your preferred lenders
  • Lender-specific closing cost scenarios
  • Master templates for both prospects and borrowers
  • And more!

GETTING STARTED IN POINT: Designed for the Point beginner, or the experienced user who wants to expand their knowledge about how to put Point to work for you! Strongly recommended as a pre-requisite for all other Calyx training.

Class Date Time Register
Getting Started in Point 5/20/2013 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM CDT
Topics Covered:
  • Create new and find existing loan files
  • Learn and practice many tips and tricks to save you time and make your life easier
  • Navigate the application from the navigation panel to the workspace, menus, toolbar, and more
Getting Started in Point 5/29/2013 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM CDT

CUSTOM FORMS: Learn how to import Word documents into Point and create customized documents in Microsoft Word for marketing and operations.

You'll also learn how to put your Point customer database to work by generating mail labels and producing personalized documents and emails using reports and custom forms.

Class Date Time Register
Custom Forms 5/21/2013 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM CDT
Topics Covered:
  • Preparing a custom form letter
  • Importing Microsoft Word documents into Point as Custom Forms
  • Personalizing documents using mail merge and Custom Forms
  • Generating mail labels using your Point customer database
  • Sending a personalized e-mail blast
FEES WORKSHEET: Brief overview of the new and improved Fees Worksheet in Point 7.3. Learn how to navigate the new Fees Worksheet and how the fees populate Good Faith Estimate. This class is open to 100 participants for each session scheduled.

Class Date Time Register
Working with the Fees Worksheet 5/21/2013 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM CDT
Topics Covered:
  • Navigating the Fees Worksheet
  • Entering fees, such as broker or lender paid fees and prepaid finance charges
  • Matching settlement costs
  • There will be a Q & A session at the end of the training class
  • This class is open to an unlimited number of participants for each session scheduled

ORIGINATING & PROCESSING: Originating and Processing loans in Point has never been easier. If you're a processor or originator, you are not alone in today's multi-tasking world. Point will help you become more efficient than ever. You will be able to keep everyone who "touches" your loan informed and up-to-date with the time savers you learn in this class.

Class Date Time Register
Originating/Processing Loans in Point 5/20/2013 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT
Topics Covered:
  • Pre-qualifying your prospect
  • Converting the file from Prospect to Borrower
  • Overview of the Loan Application (including GFE & TIL)
  • Saving time with Cardex
  • Submitting to Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac
  • Printing & Emailing
  • Using Task Manager to keep track of "to-do's"
Originating/Processing Loans in Point 5/29/2013 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM CDT

POINTCENTRAL - BASIC ADMINISTRATION: For the Mortgage Professional with a new PointCentral installation – a brief but comprehensive overview of your new “electronic office manager.” Once your IT department has completed the installation, you’re ready to learn!

Class      
PointCentral Admin - Basic 5/17/2013 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM CDT
Topics Covered:
  • Basic setup and configuration of users, groups, and data folders
  • Setting up screen-level security for individual users as well as user groups
  • Adding template sets and Cardex databases
PointCentral Admin - Basic 5/24/2013 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM CDT

POINTCENTRAL - ADVANCED ADMINISTRATION: For the Mortgage Professional who has completed PointCentral Admin – Basic and is now ready to establish streamlined work flow, policies and procedures; set up & implement enhanced security; and optimize other system administrative functions.

Class Date Time Register
PointCentral Admin - Advanced 5/17/2013 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM CDT
Topics Covered:
  • Develop and maintain an advanced data folder structure
  • Set up and maintain multiple template sets/Cardexes
  • Manage effective user access rights via targeted reports
  • Explore MyCalyx.com administration
PointCentral Admin - Advanced 5/24/2013 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM CDT

POINTCENTRAL FOR IT: A four-hour overview of PointCentral from the IT perspective. This class covers not only installation and deployment, but also a myriad of tips and tricks from an experienced Point user who is also a Microsoft-certified IT consultant.

Class Date Time Register
All "PointCentral for IT" classes for this month are over. Please select another class to register for training.
Topics Covered:
  • Installation and deployment of the Point client
  • Server configuration and implementation for the new PointCentral server
  • Setting up data folders, groups, users, and template sets
  • A particular focus on migrating from legacy Point installations into PointCentral

MANAGING REPORTS: Manage your department, your pipeline, and your business more efficiently with the robust reports and custom forms you can build in Point. Once the report is built, it can be viewed in different formats for easy analysis and quick reaction.

Class Date Time Register
Managing Reports 5/21/2013 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM CDT
Topics Covered:
  • Designing custom reports to manage your business
  • Using the Condition Builder to select and set advanced parameters
  • Generating the report
  • Viewing your report in Excel or Point Report Viewer
  • Customizing output options to clarify the results

UNDERWRITING LOANS IN POINT: Underwriting in Point offers a broad overview of the basic forms as well as a more in-depth exploration of the Banker Screens and recommended reports for Underwriters.

Class Date Time Register
Underwriting Loans in Point 5/28/2013 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM CDT
Topics Covered:
  • Loan Application screens
  • Underwriting Transmittal screens
  • Underwriting Banker screen
  • Conditions Banker screen
  • HMDA Reporting
  • Electronic Document Storage
  • Audit Trail

POINTCENTRAL - ADVANCED BUSINESS RULES: This class will provide users of PointCentral 7.6 with more tools and information on the most effective way to manage work flow, and ensure compliance and security for loan files.  Additionally, a review of the most recently added rules conditions will be covered.

Class      
Advanced Business Rules in PointCentral 5/17/2013 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM CDT
Topics Covered:
  • Using rule messages to direct users to the correct field
  • Creating rules that enforce compliance
    • Getting your GFE right
    • Delivery of the GFE
    • Completed Loan Application (1003)
  • Learning the logic of writing rules
    • Comparing fields
    • Using the "Increased by %" and "Decreased by %"
POINTCENTRAL - USING BUSINESS RULES: Discover the power of business rules. For new and experienced users of PointCentral who want a more effective way to manage work flow and ensure compliance and security for your loan files.

Class Date Time  
Using Business Rules in PointCentral 5/24/2013 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM CDT
Topics Covered:
  • Discover the power of business rules
  • Demonstrate and practice using the sample rules provided by PointCentral
  • Examine some key rules
    • Requiring the user of a Master file
    • Requiring certain fields in a file before saving
    • Warning rule about a file that requires disclosure
    • Required to submit to processing rule

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