Section 06.60.013 - Loan processors or underwriters(a) A loan processor or underwriter who is an independent contractor may not operate as a loan processor or underwriter unless the independent contractor loan processor or underwriter is licensed as a mortgage loan originator under this chapter. An independent contractor loan processor or underwriter licensed as a mortgage loan originator shall register with the registry and maintain a valid unique identifier issued by the registry.(b) An individual engaged solely in loan processor or underwriter activities who is not an independent contractor is not required to be licensed as a mortgage loan originator under this chapter if the individual does not represent to the public, through advertising or other means of communicating or providing information, including the use of the Internet, business cards, stationery, brochures, signs, rate lists, or other promotional items, that the individual can or will perform any of the activities of a mortgage loan originator.