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Janet (Jan) Sponsler

Urbandale,IA

Summary

Adept in navigating complex real estate transactions, enhanced transaction efficiency and customer satisfaction at Peoples Company. Skilled in multitasking and problem-solving, successfully coordinated closings across residential and agricultural sectors, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and a customer service-oriented approach. Proactive nature and ability to work collaboratively ensured timely and accurate fund disbursement.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

Real Estate Closing Coordinator

Peoples Company
05.2010 - 02.2022
  • Demonstrated adaptability by closing residential, development lots and agricultural land sales.
  • Facilitated smooth transactions by promptly addressing inquiries or concerns from sales agents, sellers, and buyers.
  • Assisted closing officers with preparing final settlement statements to ensure timely disbursement of funds to concerned parties.
  • Maintained comprehensive records of completed transactions.
  • Coordinated with multiple parties including lenders, agents, and attorneys for successful closings.
  • Expedited transaction completion by diligently following up on necessary documentation from all involved parties.
  • Managed the company's trust account.
  • Prepared final settlement statements and disbursed funds including the timely wiring of funds for completion of 1031 Tax Exchanges.

Independent Contractor

Schlegel Investments
02.2009 - 04.2010
  • Ordered abstracting and title opinions, prepared legal documents and settlement statements for final settlement and disbursement of lot sales for land developer.

Real Estate Transaction Coordinator

ReMax Properties
01.1995 - 01.2009
  • Prepared documents and settlement statements.
  • Disbursed funds.
  • Managed trust account.
  • Organized and maintained transaction files in compliance with company policies and industry regulations, ensuring easy access to all relevant documents.

Processor/Loan Closer

Norwest Mortgage
01.1993 - 01.1995
  • Worked with customers to answer questions, process transactions, and resolve issues.
  • Ensured accuracy of client information, verifying data collected during the application process and updating records as needed.
  • Disbursed funds and reconciled balances with lien waivers.

Loan Originator

Northwestern Mutual /f/k/a Meredith Mortgage
11.1986 - 12.1992
  • Conducted thorough borrower assessments to determine appropriate loan products based on individual needs and qualifications.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to ensure seamless coordination during entire loan origination process.
  • Reviewed credit reports and financial statements to accurately assess risk factors before submitting loans for approval.
  • Worked closely with processors and underwriters to expedite approval of loans while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through prompt communication and timely resolution of inquiries and concerns.

Mortgage Loan Officer

Principal Financial Group Inc.
07.1985 - 11.1986
  • Opened retail origination field office.
  • Assisted clients in selecting correct loan product and terms to meet needs.
  • Collaborated with underwriting and processing teams to resolve issues and expedite loan approvals.

Real Estate Transaction Coordinator

Century 21 Lew Clarkson
01.1981 - 08.1985
  • Organized and maintained transaction files in compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
  • Ordered abstract continuations and title opinions.
  • Prepared transfer documents for closing and disbursement.
  • Managed the company trust account.

Real Estate Transaction Coordinator

Quality Realty
01.1979 - 01.1981

Prepared documents for closing of residential sales.

Real Estate Transaction Coordinator

Kamber-Van Dorn Real Estate
01.1977 - 01.1979

Prepared documents for residential sales.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mormon Trail Community School
Humeston, IA
1964

Skills

  • Customer service oriented
  • Ability to multitask
  • Team player
  • Problem solving
  • Time Management
  • Attention to detail
  • Reliability
  • Self Motivated

Timeline

Real Estate Closing Coordinator

Peoples Company
05.2010 - 02.2022

Independent Contractor

Schlegel Investments
02.2009 - 04.2010

Real Estate Transaction Coordinator

ReMax Properties
01.1995 - 01.2009

Processor/Loan Closer

Norwest Mortgage
01.1993 - 01.1995

Loan Originator

Northwestern Mutual /f/k/a Meredith Mortgage
11.1986 - 12.1992

Mortgage Loan Officer

Principal Financial Group Inc.
07.1985 - 11.1986

Real Estate Transaction Coordinator

Century 21 Lew Clarkson
01.1981 - 08.1985

Real Estate Transaction Coordinator

Quality Realty
01.1979 - 01.1981

Real Estate Transaction Coordinator

Kamber-Van Dorn Real Estate
01.1977 - 01.1979

High School Diploma -

Mormon Trail Community School
Janet (Jan) Sponsler