George Smith, Jr.
Perry,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented Abstractor with extensive experience in title searches. Adept at utilizing software tools, navigating public records and online databases. Attentive when evaluating and compiling data; highlighting discrepancies when found to ensure accurate transactions. Desire to offer 10+ years of experience and pursue new professional challenges.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Title Abstractor
Crossroads Abstract Corporation
01.2021 - Current
- Abstractor for consistent workload of title searches in multiple counties
- Compiled comprehensive full title searches and updates, highlighting for clients potential discrepancies that may be found before finalizing transactions (i.e.; inaccurate land descriptions, etc.)
- Leveraged software tools to streamline data collection, analysis and final write-up during the title search process
- Maintained good rapport with county clerk workers to ensure quicker access to essential information on public records
- Utilized various non-municipal online databases to verify information not found in public land records
- Conducted closing updates to maintain accuracy, as well as assisting with monetary and other issues that may arise in the recording process
Home Equity Customer Service (and More)
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
08.2012 - 11.2020
- Started as temporary position; processing applications for mortgage relief after 2007-2009 recession
- Full time processing position on Home Equity Subordinations Document Preparation team, including Post Close team to follow-up and ensure closed real estate transactions
- Transferred to Specialty Phone Team to assist real estate agents obtain closing payoffs, order subordinations of HELOCs, and assist customers with fixed rate advances
- Transferred to Home Equity Customer Service to assist customers with all issues including payments, advances, payoffs, etc.
- Transferred to newly formed Loan Forbearance team to assist customers understand and apply for relief during COVID
Sales Agent
UNKNOWN
03.2012 - 07.2012
- Assisted customers nationwide in choosing cable / internet packages available in their areas
Booklister/Material Handler
Goodwill Industries of the Columbia Will
06.2011 - 01.2012
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations
- Listed books for sale to sites such as eBay
Title Abstractor
Stewart Title Insurance Company
10.2005 - 04.2011
- Completed timely and accurately a consistent workload of full title searches, updates, and reports
- Worked with lenders, realtors, and other clients to ensure closings were recorded with no issues
- Updated and issued multiple lot releases for sale in large subdivisions
- Assisted in various counties when needed
Title Abstractor
Advantage Abstract
03.2005 - 10.2005
- Traveled to multiple counties to examined land records and create full title searches and updates
- Performed closing duties in multiple counties
- Communicated with owner / manager for work assignments, etc.
- Scanned documents compiled from assignments to owner / manager when completed
Title Abstractor
Crossroads Abstract Corporation
07.2003 - 03.2005
- Trained to complete title abstracts, reviewing property documents and identifying potential discrepancies
- Learned how to use various methods to review land records, and to compile chain of title for examination and insurance purposes
- Learned to review closing documents, and communicate with clients regarding issues to correct and ensure timely recording
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Social Sciences
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NYSome College (No Degree) - Social Sciences
SUNY Fredonia
Fredonia, NYSkills
- Property research proficiency (deeds, easements and leases, land surveys, etc)
- Familiarity with various mortgage documentation (including foreclosure actions, etc)
- Public records navigation online and physical index records
- Tax verification (including tax foreclosure actions)
- Closing document analysis to confirm possible errors to be corrected
- Attention to detail for searches large and small
- Multitasking abilities handling multiple searches
- Maintaining general real estate industry knowledge
- Analytical thinking, adaptability, and professional demeanor
Member of Village of Perry Zoning Board Approval team
Meets monthly to review and vote, per Village zoning laws and ordinances, to approve or disapprove exceptions Villagers may request for their property contrary to said laws and ordinances. Members must attend four bi-monthly online courses appropriate to our position via Hancock Estabrook regarding land use rules and regulations applied by the State of New York.
Timeline
Title Abstractor
Crossroads Abstract Corporation
01.2021 - Current
Home Equity Customer Service (and More)
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
08.2012 - 11.2020
Sales Agent
UNKNOWN
03.2012 - 07.2012
Booklister/Material Handler
Goodwill Industries of the Columbia Will
06.2011 - 01.2012
Title Abstractor
Stewart Title Insurance Company
10.2005 - 04.2011
Title Abstractor
Advantage Abstract
03.2005 - 10.2005
Title Abstractor
Crossroads Abstract Corporation
07.2003 - 03.2005
Some College (No Degree) - Social Sciences
SUNY Empire State College
Some College (No Degree) - Social Sciences
SUNY Fredonia
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