In this session, the basics of Regulation E will be covered, which includes some basic definitions, such as how to identify a consumer account and what is an access device. The confusion over the Reg E error resolution process for electronic fund transfers (EFTs) and the loss of a debit card will be simplified and made more clear. (see
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Syllabus:
Regulation E - Basics and Error Resolution
Objectives of the Presentation
Identify Regulation E terms and know what they mean
Define the limits of liability and who is liable for what amount will be covered in detail while providing some real-life scenarios
Details on the error resolution process for the consumer communicating with the financial institution, the research time, and the timing of providing provisional credit
List the guidelines to include the "what if" there is no error, and providing notice to consumer
Recognize process to follow regarding overdraft protection when the provisional credit is reversed
Identify the maximum liability amounts that the consumer is liable for when they experience the loss of a debit card and what the financial institution can do to help minimize losses.
Why Should you Attend
Regulation E governs consumer protection when using electronic fund transfers which includes debit card transactions. Financial institutions are required to handle every consumer report of unauthorized entries while being in compliance with Regulation E.
This session will define and explain the types of transactions covered by Regulation E and the requirements pertaining to debit cards dispute resolution for your financial institution. The consumer does have liability and the financial institution has specific responsibilities and steps to take to help resolve errors relating to a lost or stolen access device (a consumer´s card).
The course will define an error according to the regulation along with the timing requirements for investigation and resolution of unauthorized debit card transactions by you the financial institution. The instructor will also discuss what you must do to minimize a financial institution´s losses.
Areas Covered
Regulation E compliance tips when handling unauthorized transactions
Definitions for consumer account, access device, electronic terminal and more
Identify what is covered by Regulation E and what is not covered
Details on "What is an Error" (according to Reg E)
Timeframes for consumer when reporting errors to the financial institution
Consumer liability and responsibility for unauthorized transactions
Loss or theft of Debit card and liability of which party for those transactions not authorized
Required communications by the financial institution to the consumer
Responsibilities in handling daily debit card investigations
Specific disclosure requirements and notification procedures
Reg E requirements for closing out the investigation
Financial Institution liability and responsibility when handling errors to consumer accounts
Use of real-life scenarios to demonstrate how Regulation E is applied when there is an error on the consumer statement and/or the loss of a debit card
Seminar Summary:
In this session, the basics of Regulation E will be covered, which includes some basic definitions, such as how to identify a consumer account and what is an access device. The confusion over the Reg E error resolution process for electronic fund transfers (EFTs) and the loss of a debit card will be simplified and made more clear. (see
full course description)