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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

Loan Officer

Texana Bank
10.2024 - 06.2025
  • Generated purchase loans through targeted marketing strategies, realtor partnerships, and community outreach events.
  • Developed and maintained lead-generating websites to attract new clients and enhance business growth.
  • Collaborated with processing staff, title companies, and realtors to ensure efficient and timely loan closings.
  • Educated clients on loan options, ensuring clarity on terms, rates, and program eligibility to drive informed decisions.
  • Maintained compliance with federal and state regulations, including RESPA and TILA, during loan origination processes.
  • Actively managed loan pipeline, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines and achieve monthly funding goals.

Loan Officer

Stride Bank
04.2021 - 09.2024
  • Specialized in purchase loans, leveraging digital marketing and self-built websites to drive new business.
  • Managed client relationships and coordinated with processing teams to streamline loan closings.
  • Educated clients on conventional, FHA, VA, and USDA loan programs to meet their financing needs.
  • 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
  • Generated high-volume purchase loans through innovative marketing and relationship-building efforts.
  • Designed and utilized custom websites to attract new purchase leads and expand realtor network.
  • 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.
  • Reviewed loan applications for accuracy and completeness, ensuring compliance with underwriting guidelines.
  • Partnered with marketing teams to develop promotional campaigns, increasing brand visibility and lead generation.

Loan Officer

Peoples Bank & Trust Co.
09.2012 - 02.2014
  • Closed approximately $5M in self-sourced loan volume in 2013, driving new business through innovative marketing strategies.
  • Developed a robust online presence via active participation in Trulia.com’s Q&A section and personal investment in agentmarketing.com ($250/month).
  • Designed and maintained five custom websites to generate purchase leads, enhancing real estate agent partnerships.
  • Managed customer relationship management (CRM) system, creating and distributing targeted marketing materials to leads and clients.
  • Collaborated with processing teams and realtors to ensure seamless communication and timely closings.
  • Monitored market trends and interest rates to provide clients with competitive loan options and strategic advice.

Loan Officer

ENG Lending
05.2011 - 09.2012
  • Specialized in 95% purchase loans, generating new business through self-developed marketing initiatives and five lead-generating websites.
  • Maintained consistent communication with clients, realtors, processing staff, and title companies to expedite loan closings.
  • Educated clients on loan programs, ensuring understanding of terms and eligibility for optimal decision-making.
  • Utilized loan origination software to pre-qualify applicants and streamline loan processing.
  • 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
  • Focused on 95% purchase loans, leveraging self-built websites to attract new clients and realtor referrals.
  • Ensured effective coordination with processing and title teams to achieve timely and accurate loan closings.
  • Educated clients on conventional, FHA, and VA loan options to meet their financing needs.
  • Reviewed loan applications for accuracy, ensuring compliance with underwriting and regulatory standards.
  • Partnered with marketing teams to create campaigns that boosted lead generation and brand visibility.
  • Maintained strong realtor relationships to support consistent loan volume and referral business.

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

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.

Timeline

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

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