Highly experienced Senior Mortgage Underwriter/Auditor with over 15 years of expertise in reviewing mortgage loan applications. Proficient in income calculations, tax returns, DSCR, bank statements, 1099 forms, asset depletion, credit reports, appraisals, titles, fraud detection, and quality control.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Fraud & Claim Operations Associate (Consultant)
Wells Fargo
11.2022 - 06.2024
Reviewed and assessed incoming fraud reports to validate their authenticity
Conducted research and investigations into suspicious or fraudulent activities, gathering and analyzing data and evidence
Collaborated with internal teams and external parties to efficiently and effectively resolve fraud and claim cases
Monitored and analyzed fraud and claim activity trends to identify potential risk areas and prevent losses.
Oversaw daily operations, ensuring timely completion of tasks and adherence to company policies and procedures.
Trained and mentored new team members, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
Senior Mortgage Underwriter
First Guaranty Mortgage Corporation
04.2022 - 06.2022
Developed contingency plans to ensure business continuity through cross-training, documentation, and data backups
Underwrote complex NQM and Jumbo mortgage loans, ensuring all investor guidelines were met
Communicated essential information to facilitate the smooth and efficient closing of loans
Recognized as one of the top team players for production and quality.
Senior Underwriter/Lead Trainer
Better Mortgage
11.2020 - 03.2022
Consistently taught, trained, and examined Loan Processors and Closers to become underwriters at Better University; trained offshore teams in supporting underwriting tasks
Effectively underwrote mortgage loans by analyzing consumer financial statements, credit reports, cash flow calculations, and balance sheets, reviewing all other relevant information
Communicated information promptly to meet goals
Recognized as a top producer.
Underwriter, Underwriting Team Lead, Manager, and Senior Credit Risk Underwriter
Nationstar Mortgage, dba Mr. Cooper
06.2012 - 11.2020
Managed a team of underwriters in production and Quality Control on the Operation Team, including training, leading, and motivating associates to succeed
Monitored the quality and progress of all team members while serving as an escalation point for the team
Ensured that all loans were underwritten and decided according to the established Service Level Agreement (SLA) and assisted with second-level pre- and post-closing reviews
Resolved escalations on individual loans daily and consistently worked with the Underwriting Manager and other senior members of management to develop and maintain operations policies and procedures
Increased efficiency and team production by 50% after managing a team of underwriters on the Operation Team after the Underwriter Manager's departure
Underwrote approximately 100 loans per month consistently and was promoted to Team Lead
Awarded several accolades for top-level performance.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
University of Dallas
Irving, Texas
Skills
Leadership
Analytical Skills
Credit Analysis
Complex Financial Documents
Oral & Written Communication
Information Delivery
Interpersonal Skills
Problem Solving
Credit Worthiness Assessment
Regulatory & Compliance Adherence
Credit Recommendations
Teamwork Commitment
Production, Quality & Service Standards
Direct Coaching & Feedback
Self-Motivation
High-Volume Environment Adaptability
Sound Lending Judgment
FHA, VA, Conventional, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, Jumbo, Non-QM Loans
Financial Accounting Associate/ Alteryx SME at Wells Fargo International Solutions Private LTD (Wells Fargo)Financial Accounting Associate/ Alteryx SME at Wells Fargo International Solutions Private LTD (Wells Fargo)