Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline
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John Burke

Belton,TX

Summary

Results-driven Mortgage Loan Originator with over 20 years of experience in mortgage lending and sales. Expertise in consultative sales, building strong client relationships, and closing high-volume purchase loans. Skilled in digital marketing, lead generation, pipeline management, and regulatory compliance. Adept at navigating conventional, FHA, VA, and USDA loan programs to deliver tailored solutions for clients.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Mortgage Loan Officer

Texana Bank
10.2024 - 06.2025

• Originated $3.6M in purchase loans through targeted digital marketing and realtor partnerships.
• Maintained lead-generating websites, increasing inquiries by 15%.
• Streamlined closings, reducing timelines by 10% via collaboration with processing teams.
• Ensured 100% compliance with RESPA and TILA regulations.

Loan Officer

Stride Bank
04.2021 - 09.2024

• Closed $17.65M (2021), $8.43M (2022), and $3.5M (2023) in purchase loans, navigating high-interest-rate markets.
• 100% from realtor referrals & repeat clients.

  • Maintained strong partnerships with realtors to support consistent lead generation and loan volume.
  • Utilized loan origination software to pre-qualify applicants and ensure accurate loan structuring.
  • Conducted regular follow-ups with clients to provide status updates and resolve issues, enhancing customer satisfaction.

Loan Officer

Great Plains National Bank
02.2014 - 04.2021
  • Achieved peak production of $23.35M in purchase loans (2020), with consistent volumes of $15M (2016), $13.5M (2017), $17.77M (2018), and $17.92M (2019).
  • Ensured seamless closings by coordinating with clients, realtors, and title companies.
  • Generated high-volume purchase loans through innovative marketing and relationship-building efforts.
  • Ensured seamless loan processing by maintaining effective communication with clients, realtors, and title companies.
  • Consistently met or exceeded sales targets by delivering tailored mortgage solutions.

Loan Officer

Peoples Bank & Trust Co.
09.2012 - 02.2014

• Closed $5M in self-sourced loan volume (2013) via Trulia.com engagement and marketing.
• Designed five lead-generating websites, increasing inquiries by 30%.
• Managed CRM system, improving lead conversion by 15%.
• Collaborated with realtors for timely closings and high client satisfaction.
• Monitored market trends and interest rates to provide clients with competitive loan options and strategic advice.

Loan Officer

ENG Lending
05.2011 - 09.2012
  • Generated $4M+ in annual purchase loans (95% purchase) through self-developed marketing.
  • Strengthened realtor partnerships, driving 25% of business through referrals.
  • Conducted follow-ups with clients to provide updates and resolve issues, enhancing satisfaction and retention.
  • Monitored market trends to advise clients on competitive loan products and financing strategies.

Loan Officer

Champion Bank
09.2009 - 05.2011
  • Closed $3M+ annually in purchase loans through targeted lead generation.
  • Educated clients on conventional, FHA, VA & USDA loan options to meet their financing needs.
  • Reviewed loan applications for accuracy, ensuring compliance with underwriting and regulatory standards.
  • Monitored market trends and interest rates to provide clients with competitive loan options and strategic advice.

Education

Some Coursework Completed -

Arapahoe Community College

Skills

  • Consultative Sales
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Mortgage Loan Origination
  • Lead Generation
  • Pipeline Management
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Analytical Skills
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Calyx Point
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Word
  • Excel
  • Windows OS
  • Web-based pre-qualification software

Accomplishments

    • Promoted to Sales Manager at COPIA Financial Group within 7 months.

    • Nominated for team lead roles at Next-Step Financial and Creative Mortgage.

    • Achieved peak production of $23.35M in purchase loans (2020).

    • Built five lead-generating websites, driving 20–30% of annual loan volume.

Timeline

Mortgage Loan Officer

Texana Bank
10.2024 - 06.2025

Loan Officer

Stride Bank
04.2021 - 09.2024

Loan Officer

Great Plains National Bank
02.2014 - 04.2021

Loan Officer

Peoples Bank & Trust Co.
09.2012 - 02.2014

Loan Officer

ENG Lending
05.2011 - 09.2012

Loan Officer

Champion Bank
09.2009 - 05.2011

Some Coursework Completed -

Arapahoe Community College

Additional Qualifications

  • Extensive knowledge of conventional, FHA, VA, and USDA loan programs, including VA bonus tier entitlement.
  • Nominated for team lead and management roles at Next-Step Financial and Creative Mortgage; promoted to Sales Manager at COPIA Financial Group within 7 months.
  • Technical Skills: Calyx Point, Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Illustrator, VISO 32, UNIX, Linux Certified Professional, Windows OS, web-based prequalification software.