Mortgage Loan Closer

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ABOUT THE JOB (JOB BRIEF)

The Mortgage Loan Closer is responsible for viewing loan approval conditions, insurance policies, title commitments, surveys, sales contracts, and all other related documentation to ensure that the loan will be closed in accordance with all legal requirements and investor guidelines. Authorizing closing of loan, recording of mortgage and disbursement of loan funds. Communicate with Loan Officers, Regional Sales Managers, clients and title companies to coordinate a smooth closing. Possess the ability to close an array of mortgage loan types while providing excellent internal and external customer service. Must have a complete knowledge of all loan types and documents including but not limited to Conventional, FHA, VA, USDA, and New Construction. Must demonstrate solid knowledge of the industry in terms of laws and regulations. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Verify that Title is free of extraneous liens, Ensure proper vesting and legal description, Adequate Homeowners Insurance is provided, Verify CPL, Verify Flood Certs, Verify Taxes
• Monitor and maintain a pipeline to anticipate estimated closing date.
• Competently review loan files to insure all conditions are cleared and file is ready to close
• Entry of loan data into the origination system to produce closing documents.
• Review and ensure the loan closing package is accurate, complete and documents meet all applicable agency and investor requirements.
• Responsible for efficiently and effectively communicating with all parties involved in the transaction
• Ensure receipt and review of Subordination Agreements as required in the Loan Approval.
• Track and support information, ensuring the highest quality in loan document preparation and timely submission of loan packaging to the settlement agents. 
• Coordinate with Settlement Agent to obtain HUD-1/Closing Disclosure. Review HUD/Closing Disclosure for compliance with closing instructions and balance the HUD-1/Closing Disclosure.
• Verification that all requirements of the loan process have been met prior to wire of funds
• Keeps information accessible by sorting, organizing, and filing documents
• Perform other job duties and assist with other office assignments when needed within the mortgage department

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience required
• Minimum of 2+ years residential mortgage loan closing experience strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of FHA, VA and conventional guidelines for mortgage loan origination strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of various regulatory guidelines (e.g., Truth-in-Lending, HMDA, RESPA, etc.) preferred
• Ability to work in paperless system environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail …