In this insightful episode of The Lending Link, Rich Alterman sits down with Sarah Way Milovich, General Counsel and VP of Compliance at Carleton, Inc., to explore the intricacies of lending compliance, with a particular focus on the Truth in Lending Act (TILA) and Annual Percentage Rate (APR) calculations. Carleton, a leader in financial software and services for over 50 years, has been at the forefront of helping lenders meet complex regulatory requirements.

Sarah shares her journey from corporate attorney to her current role, offering a behind-the-scenes look at Carleton’s long history of providing critical compliance tools to major lending organizations. Sarah explains how Carleton supports lenders in navigating these complexities, from managing regulatory differences across states to the challenges of staying compliant with APR calculations.

Listeners will gain valuable insights into the differences between simple interest and add-on rates and the importance of accurate APR calculations in ensuring compliance. With the rise of state-level scrutiny and the growing use of AI in compliance, this episode is packed with expert perspectives on the evolving role of technology in the lending space.

Tune in to hear Sarah’s thoughts on the intersection of law, technology, and compliance, and discover how Carleton’s decades of expertise continue to provide essential support for lenders.