Brandi Grillot
New Orleans
Summary
Dynamic Mortgage Loan Processor with over 17 years of experience, adept at streamlining processing procedures and ensuring legal compliance. Skilled in document review and financial verification, consistently achieving timely approvals and fostering strong relationships with clients and underwriting teams. Track record of maintaining compliance and accuracy, delivering high-quality service in fast-paced environment and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Mortgage Loan Processor
Capital Mortgage LLC
09.2021 - Current
- Coordinated with clients to gather necessary documentation for mortgage applications.
- Reviewed loan applications for accuracy and completeness prior to submission.
- Streamlined data entry processes to enhance overall efficiency and accuracy.
- Maintained organized loan files to facilitate seamless internal audits and reviews.
- Verified compliance with legal and regulatory standards throughout the loan processing.
- Collaborated with underwriting teams to clarify conditions and expedite approvals.
- Assisted in preparing loan documents for closing, ensuring all requirements were met.
- Trained new team members on processing procedures and documentation standards.
- Conducted follow-ups with clients to gather outstanding information for loan processing.
- Managed a high volume of loan applications, consistently meeting or exceeding established processing timeframes for both new loans and refinancing.
- Handled any conditions sent from underwriting departments.
- Maintained accurate records of loan processing activities and documents in CRM system.
- Coordinated closing process with attorneys, title companies, and government clerks.
- Processed mortgage loan applications accurately and successfully for over 4 years.
- Assisted underwriters in approving loans by verifying financial information and ensuring accurate documentation.
- Verified credit histories, personal references and employment backgrounds for each applicant.
Mortgage Loan Processor
Louisiana Home Helpers, LLC
04.2010 - 10.2021
- Managed communication between clients and internal teams to ensure timely updates.
- Identified potential issues in loan applications and proactively sought resolutions.
- Ensured timely submission of loan applications to avoid delays in processing.
- Supported regulatory compliance, staying abreast of changes in mortgage lending laws and implementing necessary adjustments.
- Stayed up to date on loan regulation changes, processing loan applications in compliance with current laws.
- Contacted customers via mail, telephone and email to relay acceptance or rejection of applications.
- Collaborated with underwriting teams to clarify conditions and expedite approvals.
- Assisted in preparing loan documents for closing, ensuring all requirements were met.
Senior Escrow Officer
Landamerica
05.2001 - 11.2009
- Managed escrow transaction processes to ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinated with real estate agents and lenders to streamline transaction timelines and enhance client satisfaction.
- Reviewed and verified all escrow documentation for accuracy and completeness before closing.
- Facilitated communication between buyers, sellers, and third-party stakeholders to resolve issues promptly.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LASkills
- Processing procedures
- Pipeline management
- Document review
- Appraisal review
- Financial document review
- Information verification
- Residential mortgage lending regulations
- Legal compliance
- Reviewing financial paperwork
- Employment verification
- Customer communication
- Processing documents
Timeline
Mortgage Loan Processor
Capital Mortgage LLC
09.2021 - Current
Mortgage Loan Processor
Louisiana Home Helpers, LLC
04.2010 - 10.2021
Senior Escrow Officer
Landamerica
05.2001 - 11.2009
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Louisiana State University