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Kelli McChristian

Yucaipa,California

Summary

Highly experienced Senior Mortgage Underwriter with 20+ years of experience in underwriting and mortgage loan processing. Proficient in analyzing credit, income, assets, and property valuation to determine loan approval. Excellent communication skills and ability to work well under pressure.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Morgage Underwriter

Wells Fargo Home Mortgage
10.2011 - 05.2023

- Analyze credit, income, assets, and property valuation to underwrite Non-Conforming Conventional, and FHA, loans.

- Ensure all loans meet investor guidelines and comply with state and federal regulations.

- Review loan documents for accuracy and completeness, including credit reports, income documentation, and appraisals.

- Work closely with loan processors, loan officers, and management to resolve any issues or discrepancies.

- Mentor and train junior underwriters.

DE Mortgage Underwriter

Bank Of America/Countrywide Home Loans
03.2001 - 09.2011
  • Verified integrity of applicants' information to minimize fraud.
  • Determined credit risks by reviewing files in advance and comparing data against internal checklists and guidelines.
  • Made careful determinations based on skilled analyses of submitted documentation covering credit histories, employment records and current financial status.
  • Maintained mortgage program compliance with federal agencies such as VA, HUD and FNMA.
  • Worked with processing team members to communicate errors and obtain missing information for current applications.
  • Checked personal and team calculations to validate information and underwriting decisions.
  • Trained junior team members in underwriting procedures and loan quality grading standards.
  • Reviewed team underwriting decisions to identify incorrect actions and reverse previous decisions when merited.

Education

High School Diploma -

Redlands High School
Redlands, CA

Skills

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

- Attention to detail

- Ability to work well under pressure

- Knowledge of Non-Conforming Conventional, and FHA, guidelines

- Knowledge of state and federal regulations

- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

- Strong leadership and mentoring skills

Timeline

Senior Morgage Underwriter

Wells Fargo Home Mortgage
10.2011 - 05.2023

DE Mortgage Underwriter

Bank Of America/Countrywide Home Loans
03.2001 - 09.2011

High School Diploma -

Redlands High School
Kelli McChristian