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Amy Rodriguez

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Accomplished mortgage operations leader with extensive experience driving post-closing, quality control, and investor delivery functions within high-volume lending environments. Proven track record of leading teams, optimizing operational workflows, mitigating risk, and implementing process improvements that enhance loan quality, compliance, and efficiency. Skilled at analyzing defect trends, developing strategic solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to achieve organizational objectives. Recognized for building high-performing teams, fostering accountability, and delivering measurable results through operational excellence, continuous improvement, and customer-focused leadership.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Post closing Manager

NEO HOME LOANS powered by Better Mortgage
Remote
12.2024 - Current
  • Managed comprehensive post-closing operations, coordinating the sale and delivery of closed loans to secondary market investors for nationwide mortgage platform.
  • Engaged with investors and cross-functional teams to resolve pre-purchase conditions, minimizing purchase delays and optimizing loan marketability.
  • Facilitated resolution of investor escalations and rebuttals for disputed loan files to maintain compliance with underwriting standards and regulatory guidelines.
  • Evaluated loan quality metrics to pinpoint areas for improvement and executed strategies to reduce defects and bolster overall operational effectiveness.

Neo Home Loans Division - Post Closing Manager

LUMINATE HOME LOANS
Remote
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Oversaw management of post-closing mortgage loan files to ensure timely delivery and successful sale to secondary market investors.
  • Coordinated efforts with investors and internal teams to resolve pre-purchase conditions, ensuring efficient loan acquisition processes.
  • Evaluated investor findings and crafted rebuttals and supporting documentation to enhance loan salability.
  • Analyzed file quality and post-closing performance metrics to proactively identify and resolve defects or compliance challenges.
  • Ensured loan files met investor, agency, underwriting, regulatory, and company requirements
  • Engaged with underwriting, closing, and compliance teams to resolve documentation discrepancies and ensure adherence to high-quality loan delivery protocols.
  • Implemented strategies to ensure adherence to mortgage lending regulations, investor guidelines, and quality control procedures, supporting risk mitigation efforts.

Branch Operations Manager

GOLDSTAR MORTGAGE
Remote
07.2024 - 09.2024
  • Transitioned team operations from Bay Equity to Goldstar Mortgage, ensuring seamless integration.
  • Coordinated branch operations while providing essential support to loan originators, optimizing processes from pre-qualification through to closing.
  • Monitored compliance with underwriting, investor, and regulatory requirements to uphold industry standards and mitigate risks.
  • Conducted pre-qualification file reviews, identified potential risks early in the process, and facilitated timely issue resolution to ensure on-time closings and adherence to escrow deadlines.
  • Played a key role in maintaining loan quality, operational efficiency, and production goals within a fast-paced lending environment.

Branch Operations Manager

BAY EQUITY HOME LOANS
Remote
11.2021 - 07.2024
  • Managed branch operations and provided strategic support to loan originators throughout the mortgage lifecycle, ensuring seamless execution from pre-qualification through closing.
  • Oversaw loan pipeline management, monitored compliance with underwriting, investor, and regulatory requirements, and partnered with borrowers and internal stakeholders to drive exceptional customer experiences.
  • Conducted pre-qualification file reviews, identified potential risks early in the process, and facilitated timely issue resolution to ensure on-time closings and adherence to escrow deadlines.
  • Played a key role in maintaining loan quality, operational efficiency, and production goals within a fast-paced lending environment.

Neo Home Loans Division - NEO Support Lead

MIDWEST EQUITY/CELEBRITY HOME LOANS
Remote
02.2021 - 11.2021
  • Provided comprehensive operational and underwriting support as a subject matter expert for VA, FHA, and conventional lending programs to enhance organizational efficiency.
  • Engaged with post-closing teams and investors to resolve intricate investor defects, ensuring loan salability and risk mitigation.
  • Performed detailed quality assessments of VA loan files to ensure compliance with VA guidelines and agency requirements for underwriters pursuing SAR authority.
  • Conducted thorough reviews of underwriting scenarios and supported help desk initiatives, delivering critical insights on loan structuring eligibility and compliance issues.
  • Supported operational excellence by training and mentoring new VA underwriters, ensuring adherence to underwriting guidelines and enhancing loan quality.
  • VA SAR ID: 020673 | FHA CHUMS ID: IN16

Sr. Defect Resolution Specialist

LOAN DEPOT
Remote
03.2020 - 02.2021
  • Conducted thorough research and analysis to address investor quality control issues, ensuring compliance with established standards.
  • Analyzed regulatory investor and guideline-related issues to provide comprehensive solutions and communicate findings to relevant business units.
  • Facilitated cross-functional partnerships to diagnose quality concerns and execute corrective measures, enhancing overall operational integrity.
  • Guided teams in defect management, ensuring prompt and effective resolution of multifaceted compliance and quality concerns.
  • Monitored and enforced adherence to company policies and regulatory standards to uphold integrity in mortgage operations.
  • Drove operational excellence by spearheading quality assurance initiatives and ensuring regulatory compliance across business channels.

Underwriter

LOAN DEPOT
Remote
08.2019 - 03.2020
  • Performed comprehensive underwriting of wholesale mortgage loans, maintaining compliance with established agency and investor standards to facilitate loan approval processes.
  • Assessed borrower eligibility and made informed credit decisions through thorough analysis of income, assets, credit history, collateral, and overall risk profile.
  • Conducted thorough reviews of complex financial documentation, including personal and business tax returns, emphasizing detailed analysis of Schedule C, S-Corporation, and partnership income. Managed the assessment of loan files for accuracy and completeness, ensuring adherence to regulatory compliance while enhancing quality and productivity standards.
  • Engaged with brokers, loan officers, processors, and operations teams to address underwriting conditions and streamline loan approval processes.
  • Facilitated exceptional customer service for internal and external stakeholders by offering clear guidance and responsive support during loan review processes.
  • Authorized Signatory (SAR) ID: 020673; FHA CHUMS ID: IN16

Wholesale Underwriter

CALIBER HOME LOANS
Remote
07.2015 - 08.2019
  • Conducted thorough underwriting of VA, FHA, and conventional mortgage loans to maintain compliance with established agency and investor standards.
  • Evaluated borrower qualifications and made informed credit decisions based on thorough assessment of income, assets, credit history, collateral, and overall risk profile.
  • Conducted thorough reviews and approvals of complex financial documents, including personal and business tax returns, to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
  • Acted as a reliable resource for underwriting guidance, ensuring exceptional customer service and support for internal teams, brokers, and external business partners.
  • Recognized as a top-producing underwriter for consistently achieving high productivity, quality, and turnaround-time goals.
  • Served as subject matter expert (SME) for VA lending, delivering training and guidance on VA eligibility, underwriting requirements, and loan structuring.
  • Ensured adherence to regulatory compliance, risk management, and quality assurance standards during loan approval processes.
  • Authorized Signatory (SAR) ID: 020673; FHA CHUMS ID: IN16.

Loan Processor

BAY EQUITY HOME LOANS
Gilbert, AZ
03.2015 - 07.2015
  • Executed collection, review, and verification of borrower documentation to ensure comprehensive and accurate loan files for underwriting assessment.
  • Compiled and submitted mortgage loan packages to ensure compliance with company investor and regulatory standards.
  • Collaborated with borrowers, loan officers, and underwriters to secure necessary documentation and address file deficiencies.
  • Acted as the main point of contact for customers and sales teams, delivering status updates and promoting effective communication during loan origination.
  • Delivered high-quality customer service by effectively managing multiple loan files and consistently meeting established processing timelines.

VA Underwriter

BANK OF AMERICA
Chandler, AZ
05.2013 - 03.2015
  • Evaluated and approved VA loan applications to ensure compliance with lending standards.
  • Analyzed borrower income, assets, credit history, collateral, and overall risk profile to determine eligibility and guide credit decision-making processes.
  • Conducted thorough reviews and approvals of detailed financial documents, focusing on tax analysis for Schedule C, S-Corp, and partnership income.

AVP Fulfillment Team Lead

BANK OF AMERICA
Chandler, AZ
07.2011 - 05.2013

Guided team of eight processors in swiftly mastering VA guidelines and processes to enhance operational efficiency.

  • Facilitated resolution of customer escalations to enhance satisfaction and strengthen partnerships with sales teams.
  • Mentored and developed high-performing associates in processing complex loan applications.Chandl

Workflow Coordinator

BANK OF AMERICA
Chandler, AZ
10.2010 - 07.2011
  • Promoted to Workflow Coordinator working in tandem with the Fulfillment Team Lead as a front-line manager of twenty loan processors.
  • Team collaboration and morale improved significantly and production increased by 15% as a result.

Home Services Specialist II

BANK OF AMERICA
Chandler, AZ
05.2008 - 10.2010
  • Transitioned to Home Service Specialist II, serving as a liaison between customer and sales team during the mortgage loan closing process.
  • Surpassed production goal by 40%-70% on a monthly basis while maintaining exceptional quality.
  • Earned Top Home Services Specialist award for 2009

Branch Operations Manager

BANK OF AMERICA
Phoenix, AZ
05.2006 - 05.2008
  • Originally hired by Countrywide FSLD as a Loan Specialist, promoted to Branch Operations Manager for a new location within six months of hire.
  • Led a team of six processors, earned level two underwriting authority, and managed regulatory compliance for all files originated at the branch.
  • Countrywide FSLD was downsized as a result of the Bank of America acquisition and the position eliminated.

Loan Specialist

BANK OF AMERICA
Mesa, AZ
07.2005 - 05.2006
  • Recognized as a high performer, subject matter expert, and leader.
  • Processed files, verifying income and credit.
  • Ensured file compliance to company and regulatory guidelines.
  • Originally hired by Countrywide FSLD as a Loan Specialist, promoted to Branch Operations Manager for a new location within six months of hire.

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Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

ROBERT MORRIS UNIVERSITY
Moon Township, PA
12-1999

Skills

  • Solution based problem solving
  • Credit risk analysis
  • Risk management policies
  • Policy and procedure implementation
  • Compliance
  • Quality control analysis
  • Income analysis
  • Strong leadership
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Problem-solving and Critical thinking

Timeline

Post closing Manager

NEO HOME LOANS powered by Better Mortgage
12.2024 - Current

Neo Home Loans Division - Post Closing Manager

LUMINATE HOME LOANS
09.2024 - 12.2024

Branch Operations Manager

GOLDSTAR MORTGAGE
07.2024 - 09.2024

Branch Operations Manager

BAY EQUITY HOME LOANS
11.2021 - 07.2024

Neo Home Loans Division - NEO Support Lead

MIDWEST EQUITY/CELEBRITY HOME LOANS
02.2021 - 11.2021

Sr. Defect Resolution Specialist

LOAN DEPOT
03.2020 - 02.2021

Underwriter

LOAN DEPOT
08.2019 - 03.2020

Wholesale Underwriter

CALIBER HOME LOANS
07.2015 - 08.2019

Loan Processor

BAY EQUITY HOME LOANS
03.2015 - 07.2015

VA Underwriter

BANK OF AMERICA
05.2013 - 03.2015

AVP Fulfillment Team Lead

BANK OF AMERICA
07.2011 - 05.2013

Workflow Coordinator

BANK OF AMERICA
10.2010 - 07.2011

Home Services Specialist II

BANK OF AMERICA
05.2008 - 10.2010

Branch Operations Manager

BANK OF AMERICA
05.2006 - 05.2008

Loan Specialist

BANK OF AMERICA
07.2005 - 05.2006

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

ROBERT MORRIS UNIVERSITY