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Leeland Bissett

Dallas,TX

Summary

Achieved top producer status at Supreme Lending by leveraging strong customer relations and small business operations acumen. Spearheaded growth initiatives at FirstSouth Mortgage, enhancing client satisfaction and fostering a network of over 30 realtor partners. Excelled in relationship building and verbal communication, driving repeat business and referrals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Loan Originator

FirstSouth Mortgage
11.2022 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.

Producing Branch Manager

Planet Home Lending
12.2021 - 10.2022
  • Managed branch budget effectively while balancing revenue generation with expense controls.
  • Navigated complex financial situations with borrowers by offering tailored solutions that met their unique needs.
  • Collaborated with upper management to develop strategic plans for overall company growth.
  • Monitored market trends and competitor activity to maintain competitive positioning within the industry.

Mortgage Loan Officer

Highlands Residential Mortgage
02.2021 - 11.2021
  • Maintained high level of customer satisfaction by providing prompt and accurate loan status updates.
  • Collaborated with underwriting and processing teams to resolve issues and expedite loan approvals.
  • Followed up with clients on missing loan documents, providing guidance on best way to complete application process.
  • Communicated with clients, processing teams and other third parties to achieve prompt loan closings.

Mortgage Loan Officer

Synergy One Lending
09.2020 - 01.2021
  • Assisted clients in selecting correct loan product and terms to meet needs and financial goals.
  • Collaborated with underwriting and processing teams to resolve issues and expedite loan approvals.
  • Analyzed loan applications and credit reports to determine loan eligibility and risk level.
  • Developed extensive network of referral partners to source new mortgage loan opportunities.

Mortgage Loan Officer

Supreme Lending
08.2018 - 09.2020
  • Maintained high level of customer satisfaction by providing prompt and accurate loan status updates.
  • Assisted clients in selecting correct loan product and terms to meet needs and financial goals.
  • Top 3 producer in 2019, plus, leading producer in 2020 prior to resignation
  • Collaborated with underwriting and processing teams to resolve issues and expedite loan approvals.
  • Analyzed loan applications and credit reports to determine loan eligibility and risk level.
  • Followed up with clients on missing loan documents, providing guidance on best way to complete application process.
  • Grew a referral base in excess of 30+ realtor partners

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY
12.2010

Skills

  • Customer Relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship Building
  • Verbal and written communication

Timeline

Owner/Loan Originator

FirstSouth Mortgage
11.2022 - Current

Producing Branch Manager

Planet Home Lending
12.2021 - 10.2022

Mortgage Loan Officer

Highlands Residential Mortgage
02.2021 - 11.2021

Mortgage Loan Officer

Synergy One Lending
09.2020 - 01.2021

Mortgage Loan Officer

Supreme Lending
08.2018 - 09.2020

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Hofstra University
Leeland Bissett