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Work History
Education
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Certification
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RACHEL MORRIS

Escrow Officer
Larkspur,CO
RACHEL MORRIS

Summary

Senior Escrow Officer with 17+ years of title company escrow experience to facilitate closing process from acceptance of purchase contract through issuance of title insurance policy. Passionate about applying a high level of expertise for property transactions and delivering stellar customer service to clients.

Overview

16
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

OS National, LLC

Senior Escrow Officer
09.2021 - 05.2023

Job overview

  • Handled high-volume residential closing transactions for multiple states.
  • Worked closely with institutional investors and wholesalers.
  • Prepared legal documents, presented closings and handled complete disbursement and recordings.
  • Scheduled closing appointments for seller and buyer or arranged for delivery of documents for out of area closings.
  • Communicated requirements and title exception information to clients.
  • Led educational training seminars and product demonstrations for department teams within the company.
  • Followed industry standard escrow procedures and maintained awareness of regulations governing escrow process, per state guidelines.
  • Managed real estate closing process in compliance with applicable standards and legal requirements.
  • Reviewed HOA CCR's for any lease or rental restrictions for purchasing clients.
  • Organized contracts and closing documents for rentals and purchases.

WFG National Title Insurance

Escrow Officer
04.2020 - 09.2021

Job overview

  • Prepared and delivered projected HUD-1 settlement statements to lender upon request.
  • Examined purchase and sale agreement for potential items of concern and addressed immediately.
  • Compiled closing packages for drafting and presentation accuracy.
  • Prepared documents for closing and handled complete disbursement and follow up of escrow transactions.
  • Reviewed escrow accounting reports and resolved outstanding check or open file balance issues.

Empire Title Of Colorado Springs, LLC

Senior Closing Assistant
04.2019 - 04.2020

Job overview

  • Reviewed and edit contract and loan agreements to promote efficiency and accuracy
  • Developed and maintained relationships with local real estate agents, lender representatives, mortgage brokers and lawyers
  • Increased customer service success rates by quickly resolving issues
  • Executed wire transfers, stop payments and account transfers
  • Verified legal documents for correct acknowledgments and legal and lien information.
  • Collaborated with title department to resolve title issues such as legal descriptions, easements, lot splits, vesting and bankruptcies.

Fidelity National Title

Licensed Closing Specialist
12.2018 - 04.2019

Job overview

  • Developed and deepened relationships with clients and associated professionals such as lawyers, lender representatives and mortgage brokers.
  • Identified title encumbrances and detailed plans for correcting issues and clearing titles via oral and written documentation.
  • Estimated closing dates and scheduled meetings.
  • Prepared closing disclosures, post-closing records and disbursements
  • Interacted with customers professionally by phone, email or in-person to provide information and directed to desired staff members

JetClosing, Inc

Licensed Closing Coordinator
11.2017 - 12.2018

Job overview

  • Managed full real estate closing process in compliance with all applicable processes, standards and legal requirements
  • Collaborated with customers, realtors, and lenders to make the process as smooth and efficient as possible
  • Prepared all closing documents correctly to avoid any problems or delays
  • Managed contracts, negotiations and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations
  • Acted as liaison between buyers and sellers to ensure positive experiences for both parties
  • Developed and deepened relationships with clients and associated professionals such as lawyers, lender representatives and mortgage brokers
  • Conducted on-site product demonstrations to highlight features, answer customer questions and redirect concerns toward positive aspects
  • Researched potential clients and markets to prepare for appointments


First American Title Insurance Co

Senior Escrow Processor
03.2015 - 11.2017

Job overview

- Additional work experience


North American Title Company

Escrow Assistant
11.2014 - 03.2015

Job overview

- Additional work experience.

Homestead Title And Escrow

Escrow Assistant
05.2014 - 11.2014

Job overview

- Additional work experience.


American Title Services

Escrow Assistant
03.2007 - 11.2014

Job overview

- Additional work experience.

Education

Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO

Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
12.2005

University Overview

Skills

  • Expert closer
  • High level of accuracy
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Deadline-driven
  • Self-sufficient
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Excellent teamwork
  • Legal Requirements/Compliance
  • Sound judgment
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Oral and Written Comprehension
  • High-Volume Environments
  • Remote Video Conferencing
  • Computer proficent: All Microsoft office applications, electronic signing platforms, online notary systems Simplefile, Slack, Resware, Softpro, FAST, RamQuest, PACER, Datatrace, Deluxe, and Qualia

Certification

  • Licensed Resident Title Producer with the State of Colorado
  • Certified Notary with the State of Colorado

Timeline

Senior Escrow Officer
OS National, LLC
09.2021 - 05.2023
Escrow Officer
WFG National Title Insurance
04.2020 - 09.2021
Senior Closing Assistant
Empire Title Of Colorado Springs, LLC
04.2019 - 04.2020
Licensed Closing Specialist
Fidelity National Title
12.2018 - 04.2019
Licensed Closing Coordinator
JetClosing, Inc
11.2017 - 12.2018
Senior Escrow Processor
First American Title Insurance Co
03.2015 - 11.2017
Escrow Assistant
North American Title Company
11.2014 - 03.2015
Escrow Assistant
Homestead Title And Escrow
05.2014 - 11.2014
Escrow Assistant
American Title Services
03.2007 - 11.2014
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
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