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Heading to AAPL Annual 2026? Don't miss the CPLA Course! We're excited to have Melissa C. Martorella and Steven E. Ernest, Partners at Fortra Law, alongside Nichole Moore, Attorney at Fortra Law, leading the Certified Private Lender Associate (CPLA) Course at this year's AAPL Annual Conference in Las Vegas! Whether you're new to private lending or looking to strengthen your industry knowledge, the CPLA course is a great opportunity to build a stronger foundation in the fundamentals of private lending. Our team looks forward to sharing their experience and helping attendees gain practical knowledge they can apply in their day-to-day work. Will you be attending AAPL Annual? Be sure to join us for the CPLA Course! Learn more: zurl.co/CNwYi #FortraLaw #AAPLAnnual2026 #AAPL #CPLA #CertifiedPrivateLenderAssociate #PrivateLending #PrivateCredit

Private Lending Word of the Week: Secured Loan What makes a loan secured? A secured loan is a loan backed by collateral, such as real estate or another valuable asset, that provides the lender with a means of recovering the debt if the borrower defaults. In private lending, secured loans are commonly backed by real property, giving lenders an additional layer of protection when extending financing. Understanding how collateral works and the rights associated with it is an important part of managing lending risk. Looking to expand your private lending knowledge? Explore more industry terms in our Private Lending Glossary: zurl.co/URVah #FortraLaw #PrivateLending #WordOfTheWeek #SecuredLoan #PrivateCredit #LendingEducation

A little golf talk with a lot of private lending insight. Kevin Kim, Partner at Fortra Law, recently joined On Par with Jordan for a conversation about the private lending industry. Check out some highlights from their discussion, and stay tuned for more from the episode. #FortraLaw #OnParWithJordan #KevinKim #PrivateLending #PrivateCredit

Ready to take your fund management knowledge to the next level? We're excited to have Kevin S. Kim and Jennifer Young, Partners at Fortra Law, leading the Certified Fund Manager (CFM) 201 Course at AAPL Annual 2026 in Las Vegas! Managing a private lending fund comes with complex responsibilities, and having a strong understanding of the legal and operational considerations is essential. Building on the foundation established in CFM 101, this advanced course gives fund managers an opportunity to deepen their knowledge and learn from experienced industry professionals. If you're attending AAPL Annual and have completed CFM 101, we hope you'll join Kevin and Jennifer for this year's course! Please note: AAPL membership, AAPL Annual registration, and prior completion of CFM 101 are required to attend CFM 201. Learn more: zurl.co/Jm9nX #FortraLaw #AAPLAnnual2026 #AAPL #CFM201 #CertifiedFundManager #FundManagement #PrivateLending #PrivateCredit

CFL License Holders: Your October 31 Deadline Is Tomorrow! Time is running out to complete an important licensing requirement. California Financing Law (CFL) license holders are reminded that annual assessments are due tomorrow, October 31, 2026. Make sure your assessments are paid on time to help keep your license in good standing and avoid potential compliance issues. As NMLS renewal season approaches, Fortra Law breaks down what companies need to know about the 2026 renewal requirements. Stay informed and prepared for the upcoming renewal cycle. Read the full article: zurl.co/YIJmJ #FortraLaw #CaliforniaFinancingLaw #NMLSRenewal #PrivateLending #Compliance #LicensingRequirements

We're looking forward to another year of industry education at AAPL Annual 2026! Melissa C. Martorella and Steven E. Ernest, Partners at Fortra Law, along with Nicole Moore, Attorney at Fortra Law, will be leading the Certified Private Lender Associate (CPLA) Course at this year's AAPL Annual Conference. Designed to help private lending professionals strengthen their industry knowledge, the CPLA course provides a valuable foundation for understanding the fundamentals of private lending and navigating the lending process with greater confidence. We're proud to have Melissa, Steven, and Nicole share their experience and contribute to the continued education of the private lending community. Attending AAPL Annual 2026? We hope to see you there! Learn more: zurl.co/rFBbg #FortraLaw #AAPLAnnual2026 #AAPL #CPLA #CertifiedPrivateLenderAssociate #PrivateLending #PrivateCredit #LendingEducation

Tomorrow: What’s your strategy when a borrower defaults? Join Steven Ernest, Partner at Fortra Law, tomorrow for “Borrower Defaults: Building a Winning Litigation Strategy for 2027.” This practical session will look at how lenders can respond when a loan stops performing, evaluate the options available, and determine the right next steps before a difficult situation becomes even more challenging. If managing defaults is part of your business, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. Tomorrow, October 29 11:30 AM PT Register now: zurl.co/TJNqe #FortraLaw #PrivateLending #BorrowerDefaults #LoanDefaults #Litigation #PrivateCredit

Newport Beach, we're coming back! Fortra Law is excited to announce the return of FortraCon Newport Beach on August 23–24, 2027, at VEA Newport Beach. As the private lending industry continues to evolve, having opportunities to connect in person and learn from one another is more valuable than ever. We're proud to bring this community together again for another year of insightful discussions and meaningful networking in one of our favorite destinations. Whether you've attended FortraCon before or have yet to experience it, we hope you'll join us in 2027. Save the date. We look forward to seeing you in Newport Beach! Stay tuned for more announcements: zurl.co/cYObd #FortraLaw #FortraCon #FortraCon2027 #PrivateLending #PrivateCredit #NewportBeach #RealEstateFinance

This week’s Private Lending Word of the Week is Rated Securitization. For private lenders exploring the capital markets, understanding how rated securitizations fit into the lending landscape is an important part of building your industry vocabulary. Explore more private lending terms in the Fortra Law Private Lending Glossary: zurl.co/VMLR7 #FortraLaw #PrivateLending #WordOfTheWeek #RatedSecuritization #Securitization #CapitalMarkets #PrivateCredit

Fortra Law is proud to be the Title Sponsor of @American Association of Private Lenders Annual 2026! We're excited to return to Las Vegas on November 9–10 for one of the private lending industry's most anticipated events of the year. AAPL Annual brings together professionals from across the industry, and we're proud to continue supporting an event that creates opportunities for meaningful connections and conversations about the future of private lending. As this year's Title Sponsor, we look forward to connecting with familiar faces and meeting new members of the private lending community. Will you be attending AAPL Annual 2026? We'd love to see you there! Be sure to stop by and connect with the Fortra Law team. Learn more: zurl.co/jLh9l #FortraLaw #AAPLAnnual2026 #AAPL #TitleSponsor #PrivateLending #PrivateCredit #RealEstateFinance

This week’s Private Lending Word of the Week is Qualifying Mortgage. Understanding the terminology behind mortgage lending can help lenders better navigate the rules and requirements that shape the industry. Explore more private lending terms in the Fortra Law Private Lending Glossary: zurl.co/SY24g #FortraLaw #PrivateLending #WordOfTheWeek #QualifyingMortgage #MortgageLending #RealEstateFinance

Heading to AAPL Annual 2026? Take your fund management knowledge to the next level! Jennifer Young and Kevin S. Kim, Partners at Fortra Law, will be leading the Certified Fund Manager (CFM) 201 Course at this year's AAPL Annual Conference. Designed for fund managers looking to build on their existing knowledge, CFM 201 offers an opportunity to dive deeper into the legal and operational considerations involved in managing private lending funds. We're excited to have Jennifer and Kevin share their experience with fellow private lending professionals and contribute to another year of industry education at AAPL Annual. Planning to attend? Be sure to join them for CFM 201! Please note: AAPL membership, AAPL Annual registration, and prior completion of CFM 101 are required to attend CFM 201. Learn more: zurl.co/gWm7Y #FortraLaw #AAPLAnnual2026 #AAPL #CertifiedFundManager #CFM201 #PrivateLending #FundManagement #PrivateCredit

CFL License Holders: Don't Miss the October 31 Deadline Staying compliant means staying ahead of important licensing deadlines. California Financing Law (CFL) license holders are reminded to pay their annual assessments by October 31, 2026, to help keep their licenses in good standing. As the NMLS renewal season approaches, now is the time to review your requirements and make sure your company is prepared. Read Fortra Law's article on the 2026 NMLS renewal requirements for company licenses: zurl.co/DQcgx #FortraLaw #CFL #NMLS #LicensingCompliance #PrivateLending #RegulatoryCompliance

Borrower defaults can quickly become complicated. Having a strategy in place before problems escalate can help lenders better understand their options. Join Steven Ernest, Partner at Fortra Law, for our upcoming webinar, “Borrower Defaults: Building a Winning Litigation Strategy for 2027.” Steven will walk through how lenders can approach non-performing loans, what to consider when evaluating next steps, and how to develop a thoughtful strategy when a borrower defaults. Thursday, October 29, 2026 11:30 AM PT Reserve your spot: zurl.co/Nvenu #FortraLaw #PrivateLending #BorrowerDefaults #LoanDefaults #Litigation #PrivateCredit

This week’s Private Lending Word of the Week is Personal Guaranty. A personal guaranty can provide lenders with an additional layer of protection when structuring a loan, making it an important term to understand in private lending. Keep building your private lending vocabulary with the Fortra Law Private Lending Glossary: zurl.co/Nyz7X #FortraLaw #PrivateLending #WordOfTheWeek #PersonalGuaranty #PrivateCredit #RealEstateFinance

We're heading to Charlotte for IMN's Carolinas Middle-Market Multifamily Conference! Kevin S. Kim and Jennifer Young, Partners at Fortra Law, will be attending this year's conference on October 13–14, 2026, at the Omni Charlotte Hotel in North Carolina. Fortra Law is proud to sponsor this year's event, bringing together professionals across the multifamily real estate industry to discuss the market and what's ahead. Kevin will also be speaking on “The Capital Stack Reimagined: Creative Financing Structures” on October 13 from 10:45 AM to 11:15 AM. If you're attending, be sure to connect with Kevin and Jennifer! We'd love to see you there. Learn more about the conference: zurl.co/P5wR8 #FortraLaw #IMN #MiddleMarketMultifamily #MultifamilyRealEstate #CommercialRealEstate #RealEstateFinance #PrivateLending

Kevin Kim, Esq., Partner at Fortra Law, is taking the stage at IMN’s Carolinas Middle-Market Multifamily Conference. Kevin will join the conversation for “The Capital Stack Reimagined: Creative Financing Structures,” exploring how today’s market is reshaping the way deals are financed. If you’ll be in Charlotte, don’t miss the session and be sure to connect with Kevin and the Fortra Law team while you’re there. October 13, 2026 10:45 AM – 11:15 AM Omni Charlotte Hotel | Charlotte, NC Learn more: zurl.co/MkTMt #FortraLaw #IMN #MiddleMarketMultifamily #Multifamily #CapitalStack #CommercialRealEstate #RealEstateFinance

This week’s Private Lending Word of the Week is Originator. From sourcing opportunities to getting a loan started, originators play an important role in the private lending process. Keep building your private lending vocabulary with the Fortra Law Private Lending Glossary: zurl.co/8IoaM #FortraLaw #PrivateLending #WordOfTheWeek #LoanOriginator #PrivateCredit #RealEstateFinance

This week’s Private Lending Word of the Week is Net Operating Income (NOI). A key metric in real estate lending, NOI helps lenders and investors evaluate a property’s financial performance. Keep building your private lending vocabulary with the Fortra Law Private Lending Glossary: zurl.co/MXcIR #FortraLaw #PrivateLending #WordOfTheWeek #NetOperatingIncome #NOI #RealEstateFinance #PrivateCredit

Kevin Kim, Esq. and Jennifer Young, Esq. are heading to The Fund Manager Summit! On October 6, they’ll join fellow mortgage fund managers in Irvine for a day focused on the issues that come with operating and growing a fund. Kevin will also serve as a group leader for the Fund Operations / Governance roundtable from 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM. If you’ll be attending, be sure to connect with Kevin and Jennifer while you’re there! October 6, 2026 Hilton Irvine Learn more: zurl.co/di3MH #FortraLaw #FundManagerSummit #CaliforniaMortgageAssociation #FundManagers #PrivateLending #MortgageFunds