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MARTHA Thompson

Buda,TX

Summary

More than 20 years in the management of the real estate and title insurance field. A flexible team player who thrives in environments requiring ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple concurrent projects.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Manager

Home Instead
04.2024 - Current
  • Managed employee relations, investigating and resolving conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
  • Implemented performance management systems, providing constructive feedback and coaching opportunities for employees.
  • Oversaw payroll functions, ensuring accuracy while maintaining strict confidentiality standards for sensitive employee information.
  • Led decision-making and implementation of HR policies, procedures, programs and functions.

Escrow Officer

WFG National Title of Texas
06.2023 - 12.2023

● Coordinated contract timelines and critical dates as appropriate
according to the contract
● Managed distribution of payments related to the closing and
execution of the contract including disbursements required post
closing
● Reviewed contracts and title commitments to determine required
releases, terminations or affidavits required
● Assisted in providing information regarding zoning for properties
for commercial development
● Recorded documents related to the transfer of properties including
residential, commercial and farm and ranch
● Maintained communication with all parties related to a real estate
transaction
● Followed-up on status of releases, policies, and return of recorded
documents
● Followed industry standard escrow procedures and maintained
awareness of regulations governing escrow process
● Examined purchase and sale agreement for potential items of
concern and addressed immediately

Escrow Officer

Trinity Title Of Texas
04.2023 - Current
  • Scheduled closing appointments for seller and buyer or arranged for delivery of documents for out of area closings.
  • Prepared documents for closing and handled complete disbursement and follow up of escrow transactions.
  • Returned executed loan packages to lender for review and approval in accordance with lender instructions.
  • Set up escrow transactions, processed deposits and mailed out forms and preliminary title reports for review.
  • Followed-up on status of releases, policies, and return of recorded documents.
  • Forwarded title clearing documentation to title officer for approval.
  • Followed industry standard escrow procedures and maintained awareness of regulations governing escrow process.
  • Examined purchase and sale agreement for potential items of concern and addressed immediately.
  • Checked signatures and legal descriptions for accuracy and integrity.
  • Opened incoming orders and set up escrow files

Escrow Officer

Austin Title
09.2021 - 11.2022
  • Coordinating with clients and coworkers for a smooth closing transaction
  • Maintaining strong communication skills with all parties involved while paying close attention to all details and any concerns expressed
  • Proficient in computer and data management in order to assist clients and coworkers in the most effective way.

Back Up Closer

Independence Title
03.2020 - 09.2021
  • Managing the overall closing process while maintaining professional relationship with customers
  • Provide status of the transaction throughout the closing process to the appropriate customers
  • Review contract, title commitment, and lender instructions in order to prepare settlement statements and the necessary real estate documents for closing
  • Provide a professional closing experience to include: obtaining appropriate signatures, handling of good funds, and meeting all title and lender requirements.

Escrow Officer

Hancock, McGill and Bleau
06.2016 - 03.2020
  • Responsible for reviewing title searches, preparing final paperwork, witnessing document signings as well as ensuring that the transaction is executed properly and legally
  • Created training manuals targeted at developing efficient and effective office procedures
  • Worked closely with Austin Habitat for Humanity to close their Austin area clients.

Escrow Officer

Houdyshell And Partners
08.2007 - 05.2016
  • Responsible for reviewing title searches, preparing final paperwork, witnessing the document signings as well as ensuring that the transaction is executed properly and legally.
  • Created training manuals targeted at developing efficient and effective office procedures.

Skills

  • Adaptive team player
  • Client Coordination
  • Large cash/check deposits expert
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Sharp problem solver
  • Escrow management
  • Excellent communicator
  • Serve Customer Needs
  • Closing Document Preparation
  • Title Requirements
  • Escrow Management

Timeline

HR Manager

Home Instead
04.2024 - Current

Escrow Officer

WFG National Title of Texas
06.2023 - 12.2023

Escrow Officer

Trinity Title Of Texas
04.2023 - Current

Escrow Officer

Austin Title
09.2021 - 11.2022

Back Up Closer

Independence Title
03.2020 - 09.2021

Escrow Officer

Hancock, McGill and Bleau
06.2016 - 03.2020

Escrow Officer

Houdyshell And Partners
08.2007 - 05.2016
MARTHA Thompson