Preparing for the New FinCEN Rule: A Guide for Realtors-1CE

What Realtors Need to Know About the New FinCEN Rule

Instructor: Laura Hamann, Fidelity National Title
Hosted by: Renaissance Title & Escrow

Starting March 1, 2026, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) will require reporting on certain residential real estate transactions. This new federal rule is designed to combat money laundering and will change how some real estate closings are handled nationwide.

Join us for an informative and practical class designed specifically for real estate professionals, where we will break down what this rule means and how it will impact your day-to-day business.

In this class, we will cover:

Who is FinCEN?
Learn what FinCEN is, why this agency matters in real estate, and its role in preventing financial crimes.

What is the Residential Real Estate Rule?
Understand which transactions are affected, why this rule applies nationwide, and when reporting is required.

What Will Be Required?
Review what information must be collected, who is responsible for filing reports, and how this may impact your buyers and sellers.

How Will This Affect Closings?
Gain practical tips to help prepare your clients, avoid delays, and work smoothly with title companies under the new requirements.

This class will help Realtors stay informed, confident, and prepared as the industry adapts to these important regulatory changes.

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

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Host or Publisher Nathalie De La Torre