Top Bank Compliance Training Webinars to Attend in January 2026

Top Bank Compliance Training Webinars to Attend in January 2026

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Staying ahead in banking regulations is no small task. Credit union and bank compliance training webinars provide essential insights on fraud prevention, regulatory updates, and more, helping financial institutions stay informed and compliant.


January Training Highlights: Escrows, ACH Compliance, Digital Assets, IRAs & CRA Essentials

Kick off 2026 with training designed to strengthen regulatory confidence across your institution. January’s lineup covers core risk areas, including escrow requirements, ACH rule changes, IRA updates, CRA expectations, and new account compliance, giving your teams the clarity they need to support customers and maintain compliance.

January 9: Dealing with Escrows: Regulatory Requirements Under Various Rules

This session provides a detailed walkthrough of the laws and regulations that govern establishing and maintaining escrow accounts for consumer mortgage loans. Attendees will learn how different rules apply, what documentation is required, and how to navigate complex scenarios.
  • Audience: Mortgage lenders, originators, compliance professionals, auditors, senior management, and anyone involved in mortgage or escrow processes.
  • Why attend: Escrow management continues to be a frequent exam focus, making this a critical update for ensuring regulatory accuracy and avoiding costly errors.

January 13: ACH Rules Update: Staying Ahead of 2026 Changes and Beyond

With Nacha’s newest rules rolling out, this session breaks down upcoming fraud monitoring requirements, return code changes, and funds availability updates. Participants will gain practical insight into how these changes impact daily ACH operations and risk management.
  • Audience: ACH operations teams, compliance officers, auditors, and managers responsible for ACH compliance and risk oversight.
  • Why attend: Staying ahead of rule changes protects your institution from exceptions, processing delays, and avoidable compliance findings.

January 21: IRA Annual Update 2026

After years of continued IRS rule changes, this annual update remains essential for teams who need the most accurate and current guidance on IRAs. The session covers new interpretations, pending clarifications, and the rules your staff must understand to confidently support customers.
  • Audience: Staff responsible for answering IRA questions, as well as those who open, close, or process IRA transactions.
  • Why attend: With ongoing regulatory shifts, this update is critical for preventing misinformation and operational errors during customer interactions.

January 22: Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) All Day Streaming

This all day program offers a comprehensive look at the current CRA landscape, including compliance expectations, best practice strategies, and emerging regulatory direction.
  • Audience: CRA officers, compliance teams, business line managers, auditors, and legal staff.
  • Why attend: CRA remains a high visibility exam area. This session equips your team to document performance, address gaps, and prepare for evolving requirements.

January 22: Handling Legal Documents: POAs, Trusts, Estates and Guardianships

This session examines the risks associated with fiduciary accounts and the legal documents that accompany them. Attendees will learn how to evaluate authority, determine what actions are permitted, and understand when accounts can be declined.
  • Audience: New accounts staff, branch managers, loan officers, deposit operations, BSA staff, compliance teams, and others involved in account opening.
  • Why attend: Legal documents are a major source of uncertainty and operational risk. This session builds confidence in handling complex situations accurately.

January 27: HMDA Checkup: Data Collection, Recording and Regulatory Focal Points

This session provides a full review of HMDA thresholds, definitions, data points, and the most common errors institutions make during reporting. Attendees will learn what regulators focus on and how to avoid common pitfalls.
  • Audience: Anyone involved with dwelling secured lending, HMDA data collection, reporting, IT or systems teams, and fair lending professionals.
  • Why attend: Proper HMDA reporting is essential for exam readiness. This session helps identify and correct issues before submission.

January 27: Opening New Accounts: Compliance, Legal Documents and IRS Reporting (All Day Streaming)

This all day workshop walks through more than 40 types of legal ownership and their compliance implications. Participants will learn documentation requirements, IRS reporting rules, and best practice procedures for accurate account setup.
  • Audience: New accounts, branch staff, training, deposit operations, deposit compliance, and management.
  • Why attend: Account opening remains one of the highest risk operational areas. This session strengthens front line accuracy and reduces compliance exposure.

These credit union and bank compliance webinars are invaluable for banking professionals aiming to stay updated on regulatory changes and fraud prevention strategies. With so many critical topics covered, this is a prime opportunity to enhance compliance knowledge and strengthen institutional safeguards. Mark your calendar and register for the webinars that best suit your role and responsibilities!

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