KIMBERLY FURGESON
Title Resource Group
Saint Joseph,MO
34
Years of experience
Results-driven professional with 33 years in fast-paced environments. Demonstrated expertise in achieving organizational goals through collaboration and commitment. Proven ability to contribute effectively as a team player, ensuring high-quality outcomes in all assignments.
Results-driven professional with strong background in property title examination and research. Proven ability to identify and resolve title issues, ensuring clear and marketable titles. Valued for collaborative approach to teamwork and unwavering commitment to achieving accurate and thorough results. Possesses key skills in document analysis, legal compliance, and problem-solving.
Precise Title Examiner with excellent organizational and research abilities. Collecting and reviewing documents for consistency and preparing documents and disclosures. Profound knowledge of all local filing requirements, fees and abstracting procedures.
Work History
Title Examiner
2 Years 6 Months- Reviewed chain of title to resolve discrepancies and ensure marketable title.
- Researched liens, judgments, and easements to identify clearing requirements before closing.
- Prepared accurate title commitments and abstracts using county records and underwriting guidelines.
- Examined property records to verify ownership, encumbrances, and legal descriptions for title issuance.
- Coordinated with escrow officers, lenders, and attorneys to clear title defects efficiently.
- Interpreted legal documents to confirm vesting, transfer history, and recording requirements.
- Maintained precise examination files supporting timely policy preparation and closing readiness.
- Advised team on complex title issues, improving consistency in examination decisions.
- Reduced errors in title examinations through diligent verification of property records and legal descriptions.
- Identified potential risks or concerns during the title examination process, proactively addressing them to minimize delays.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing accurate and timely title reports and documentation.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations, contributing to a consistently compliant work environment.
- Provided clear explanations of findings during examinations, aiding clients in making informed decisions about their properties.
- Streamlined the title search process for faster turnaround times with meticulous attention to detail.
- Leveraged technology tools and software to optimize workflow processes within the department.
- Supported fellow Title Examiners with training on best practices, contributing to a more skilled team overall.
- Excelled at multitasking under tight deadlines without compromising quality or accuracy in completed work assignments.
- Assisted colleagues in complex cases, sharing expertise to resolve challenging title issues.
- Examined land records and identified potential problems with title search results.
Production Worker
3 Years 7 Months- As production manager I managed all real estate contracts that came into the office to see that they were searched, examined, typed into commitment form, sent out to everyone involved in the closing process. Once a file was closed I made sure all necessary documents were recorded, that all requirements were met and policies were sent out within the allotted time. Once a month I prepared a policy and closing protection letter report, which were submitted to the underwriters in order for them to invoice. Once the invoices came in I rechecked their amounts against my report and submitted our remittance.
- Examined contracts and property searches, identifying necessary requirements and exceptions to enable closers and lenders to finalize transactions. Ensured accurate property sales by verifying liens and judgments for collection at closing.
- I took calls from lenders, real estate agents, attorneys, surveyors and customers to answer general questions or questions that were involved with a property being sold.
- Guided and supported employees in developing their career skills through coaching and mentorship. employees to develop and enhance career skills.
- Supported audit reviews and initiated corrective actions.
Commercial Production Manager
1 Year 7 Months- As a production manager with First American Led a team of 6 commercial Title Examiners, with 5 operating remotely. Assigned orders to each examiner to ensure efficient workflow as tasks came into the company. Coordinated time management for examiners to meet customer delivery deadlines. I conducted property searches and examinations to ensure timely workflow. I created reports once a week that were provided to other office managers in order for them to know where we were at with each file. I was responsible for answering e-mails to customers looking for their product and giving them our projected time frame. Granted approvals for hours, overtime, and vacation time for staff. I was involved with our overseas offices working with them at how their production could be improved to benefit our office.
- Drafted and updated production documentation tracking status and delivery timelines.
- Performed sampling procedures with various analytical instruments.
- Established and updated production schedules to meet changing demands.
- Managed materials to meet production goals and specific customer demands.
- Coordinated production requirements with material handling and staffing functions.
- Eliminated process discrepancies, implementing continuous improvements for scheduling procedures.
- Oversaw inventory and physical counts and performed periodic cycle counts to verify outgoing orders.
- Coached and mentored employees to develop and enhance career skills.
- Prevented and resolved customer issues regarding production through planning.
- Reviewed employee performance to identify issues and implement corrective actions, enhancing overall productivity.
- Monitored staff training and output to meet compliance, productivity and revenue goals.
- Scheduled staff work assignments, rotations and overtime.
- Reviewed production orders, schedules, delivery dates and inventory levels to determine product availability.
Title Examiner
8 Years 7 Months- Reviewed contracts and property searches to ensure compliance for closing transactions. As a title examiner a very detailed job to look at all items in order to make sure that the correct property is being sold, that any liens or judgments are listed for the closer to collect at the time of closing.
- Responded to inquiries from lenders, real estate agents, attorneys, surveyors, and customers regarding property sales, ensuring clear communication and timely support.
- Once a file was closed I made sure all necessary documents were recorded, that all requirements were met and policies were sent out within the allotted time. Once a month I prepared a policy and closing protection letter report, which were submitted to the underwriters in order for them to invoice. Once the invoices came in I rechecked their amounts against my report and submitted our remittance.
- I took calls from lenders, real estate agents, attorneys, surveyors and customers to answer general questions or questions that were involved with a property being sold.
- Fostered employee development through personalized coaching and mentorship.
- Implemented corrective actions to address findings from audit reviews.
- Coached and mentored employees to develop and enhance career skills.
- Supported audit reviews and initiated corrective actions.
Title Examiner/Searcher
15 Years 9 Months- Reviewed contracts and property searches to identify requirements and exceptions for closers and lenders. As a title examiner a very detailed job to look at all items in order to make sure that the correct property is being sold, that any liens or judgments are listed for the closer to collect at the time of closing.
- I took calls from lenders, real estate agents, attorneys, surveyors and customers to answer general questions or questions that were involved with a property being sold.
- Once a file was closed I made sure all necessary documents were recorded, that all requirements were met and policies were sent out within the allotted time. Once a month I prepared a policy and closing protection letter report, which were submitted to the underwriters in order for them to invoice. Once the invoices came in I rechecked their amounts against my report and submitted our remittance.
- I took calls from lenders, real estate agents, attorneys, surveyors and customers to answer general questions or questions that were involved with a property being sold.
- Guided employees in developing and enhancing their professional skills.
- Supported audit reviews and initiated corrective actions.
- Mentored and coached employees, fostering skill development and career advancement.
- Supported audit reviews and initiated corrective actions.
Education
High School Diploma
Some College
- No Degree
- 1992 - Honor Roll
Skills
Data Management
Analyzing Data
Pricing policies
Negotiation Proficiency
Negotiation Proficiency
Renewing Policies
Managing Risk
Risk Assessment
Customer Service
Problem Resolution
Training development
Planning skills
Conflict Resolution
Supervisory leadership
Team leadership
Team Building
Relationship Building
Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Business growth
Trustworthy reliability
Deadline Management
Organizational Skills
Legal Document Analysis
Positive demeanor
Training & Development
Microsoft Office
Title commitment preparation
Verification
Timeline
Title Examiner
Title Resource Group
05.2024 - CurrentRead More
Production Worker
Advantage Title LLC
05.2019 - 12.2022Read More
Commercial Production Manager
First American Title NCS
10.2017 - 05.2019Read More
Title Examiner
Advantage Title & Escrow
03.2009 - 10.2017Read More
Title Examiner/Searcher
St. Joseph Title
04.1993 - 01.2009Read More
FurgesonNorthwest Community College
Some College
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Benton High School
High School Diploma
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