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Brian griffith
North Liberty
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Summary
Dynamic, results-driven professional with extensive experience in the lending industry, dedicated to guiding individuals through the homeownership journey. Passionate about empowering first-time buyers by leveraging expertise to provide personalized support and solutions that facilitate successful transactions. Committed to exceeding client expectations and ensuring the achievement of homeownership dreams while consistently delivering exceptional service and results.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mortgage Loan Originator/Personal Banker
Farmers State Bank
Iowa City, IA
02.2024 - Current
- Guided clients through mortgage application process, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Evaluated financial documents to determine borrower eligibility for various loan products.
- Developed and maintained relationships with real estate agents to facilitate loan referrals.
- Jack of all trades as a banker - open accounts, auto, helocs, lot loans, and refinance or buy homes with all VA, FHA, Conventional, and in house products
- Well versed in first time home buyer programs and grants
Full Time Substitute Teacher - 8th grade science
Iowa City School District - Southeast Junior High
Iowa City, IA
12.2022 - 06.2023
Mortgage Loan Originator
IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union
Iowa City, IA
02.2020 - 05.2022
- Originated purchase loans all over the state of Iowa and Illinois
- Lead the team in originating purchase loans with Iowa Finance Authority and FHLB down payment assistance programs
- Lead the team in brokering VA and FHA loans
Branch Manager
U.S. Bank
Iowa City, IA
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Managed a diverse team of five employees; trained them on sales, products, regulations, and service
Mortgage Banker
The Federal Savings Bank
Coralville, IA
05.2018 - 11.2018
- Proactively work with the processing team to meet all conditions to keep the loan closing on time and anticipate any pitfalls
Outside Loan Officer and Branch Assistant
American Mortgage and Equity Consultants (CMG Financial)
Coralville, IA
06.2014 - 03.2018
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA01-2011
Skills
- Loan structuring
- Pipeline management
- Underwriting guidelines
- Residential mortgage lending regulations
Certification
Held Life, health, property, and casualty insurance licenses in 2023 and 2024
Currently hold Credit Life insurance license.
Certified Level 1 Coach in Landmine University
Timeline
Mortgage Loan Originator/Personal Banker
Farmers State Bank
02.2024 - Current
Full Time Substitute Teacher - 8th grade science
Iowa City School District - Southeast Junior High
12.2022 - 06.2023
Mortgage Loan Originator
IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union
02.2020 - 05.2022
Branch Manager
U.S. Bank
01.2019 - 02.2020
Mortgage Banker
The Federal Savings Bank
05.2018 - 11.2018
Outside Loan Officer and Branch Assistant
American Mortgage and Equity Consultants (CMG Financial)
06.2014 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Iowa