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Shanon LaForett

Littleton,CO

Summary

Top-notch Underwriter with solid experience in financial services. Proficient in determining level of risk for lenders using strong mathematical and statistical skills. Conscientious and committed to adhering to standards, underwriting guidelines and authority levels. Smart financial professional applies strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in job tasks. Self-motivated with good understanding of evaluating credit history, financial stability and risks. Diligent individual with strong work ethic.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Underwriter

Zions Mortgage
01.2020 - 10.2023
  • Reviewed, analyzed, and made final determinations on loan approvals
  • Cleared conditions and ensured compliance with guidelines
  • Proficient in DU/LP AUS systems for accurate decision-making
  • Adapted to guideline changes with strong track record of minimal errors
  • Consistently met project deadlines and willingly undertook special projects
  • Calculated W-2 and self-employment income; reviewed appraisals.

Underwriter

NewRez Mortgage
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Effectively communicated with internal and external stakeholders
  • Analyzed loan applications, made accurate decisions in high-volume setting
  • Utilized DU/LP AUS systems for efficient processing
  • Conducted thorough appraisal and title reviews.

Underwriter

American Pacific Mortgage
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Evaluated complex business tax returns to calculate various types of income
  • Analyzed credit, income, assets, MI, and appraisals for accuracy
  • Identified risk issues and potential misrepresentations in loan applications
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of program and investor guidelines
  • Utilized DU/LP AUS systems for consistent decision-making.

Underwriter

SunTrust Bank
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Assessed Conventional loan applications and documents based on guidelines
  • Consistently met SLAs and achieved high-quality ratings
  • Adaptable to guideline changes with minimal error rate
  • Proficient in DU/LP AUS systems; engaged in special projects
  • Analyzed complex business returns, asset statements, liabilities, appraisals, and MI.

Underwriter

WJ Bradley Mortgage Capital
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Proficient in DU/LP AUS systems; effective communication of decisions
  • Documented credit decisions thoroughly in both loan file and origination system
  • Conducted manual underwriting and calculated W-2 and self-employment income.

Education

Business Degree - Business

Alameda High School
Colorado
05.1991

Skills

  • AUS Systems: DU/LP
  • Quality Control
  • Encompass and Empower System
  • Income Calculation
  • Appraisal Review
  • Adaptability
  • Time Management
  • Excellent Communication
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Self-Motivated
  • Problem-Solving
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Data Entry

Timeline

Underwriter

Zions Mortgage
01.2020 - 10.2023

Underwriter

NewRez Mortgage
01.2018 - 01.2019

Underwriter

American Pacific Mortgage
01.2017 - 01.2018

Underwriter

SunTrust Bank
01.2016 - 01.2017

Underwriter

WJ Bradley Mortgage Capital
01.2014 - 01.2016

Business Degree - Business

Alameda High School