DENEE T. VANDYKE

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Seffner, FL 33584

813-***-**** or 813-***-****

acfj1j@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Experienced Real Estate Professional with 30+ years of experience in all

phases of commercial and residential real estate transactions including

examination of title search, O&E reports, title commitment and policies of

title insurance, eminent domain, REO title curative and closing, commercial

transactions, contract preparation, government bidding, services for

acquisition/relocation in eminent domain proceedings, right-of-way issues,

mapping, survey review and condemnation packages. Litigation skills

include eminent domain condemnation, general civil litigation,

foreclosures, lien disputes and review of bankruptcy filings. Able to work

with autonomy or as a team member. Sharp analytical and research skills

and a "can do it" attitude. Software and computer skills include MS Office

(Word/Outlook/Excel), Viso, Powerpoint, WordPerfect, Windows, QuickBooks

Premier, Quicken, Closer's Choice/PrimeTime, Gators and RamQuest, Perfect

Practice, Simplefile, LPS, Vendorscape, Pacer, Accurint.

EXPERIENCE

Consultant 9/13-

Present

Stewart Lender Services, a division of Stewart Title Group Tampa, Florida

11/10 - 9/13

REO Curative Manager - Multi-State/ Title Resolution Team Lead - Multi-

State (REO)

. Training, coaching, review and oversight of daily resolution

department while implementing and driving continuous improvement

standards to meet business's objectives

. Work with Leadership/Managers to implement company policy and

goals; liaison among different departments including senior

client representatives and legal counsel

. Provide solution and direction for complex curative

emails/calls/escalations from staff, underwriting and clients

. Manage the adherence to prescribed procedures to ensure first

pass quality meets or exceeds planned goals

. Track competencies of subordinates and provide leadership and

development as required to achieve the objectives to meet

business's objectives

. Perform risk assessment for underwriting review and resolution.

. Review foreclosure litigation files for compliance with

municipality administrative orders, quality control review of

mortgages, deeds and title insurance commitments in foreclosure,

review purchase sale agreements for consummation of sale of REO

properties, make risk assessments on behalf of the client, firm

and underwriter to facilitate closings and title insurance

policy.

Accomplishments: Oversaw the resolution of over 900 aged files while

training and coaching new staff in quick resolve within a 6 month period.

Drive monthly clearance rate both in curative resolution and closing goals

in providing client satisfaction that exceeded preset goals.

Accountability to client and upper management in weekly, monthly and annual

client review calls while driving upward movement to exceed client and

management objectives.

New House Title/Florida Default Law Group Tampa, Florida

1/10 - 11/10

Title Resolution Specialist (REO)

. Perform title curative work providing quick resolution with

complex title issues such as IRS liens, potential re-foreclosure

issues, Amended CT's, Title Claims, and other outstanding

matters that either must be resolved prior to closing, or

otherwise addressed in order to facilitate closing and issuance

of Title Policy.

. Review foreclosure litigation files for compliance with

municipality administrative orders, quality control review of

mortgages, deeds and title insurance policies in foreclosure,

review purchase sale agreements for the disposal of REO

properties, make risk assessments on behalf of the firm and

underwriter to facilitate closings and title insurance policy.

. Interpersonal and organizational skills.

. Interface with upper level management, underwriter and legal

counsel in daily functions.

Accomplishments: Drive monthly clearance rate both in curative resolution

and closing goals in providing client satisfaction that exceeded preset

goals. Monthly clearance of approximately 300 files meeting and exceeding

company and client goals, providing quick clearance with total resolution

for underwriting approval.

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American Acquisition Title, Inc. Tampa, Florida

2/04 - 12/09

Owner-Manager and Title Agent (Commercial Transactions, Eminent Domain)

. Technical writing, including but not limited to, complex

letters, legal forms and State or Federal documents for

compliance with regulations requirement; developed and

maintained procedures and policies; prepare proposal responses

(RFI, RFP, RFQ), contract negotiations, case management and

administration through closeout. Negotiations with lenders for

releases of interest of ownership and/or encumbrance (fee,

easement, leasehold and subordination of lien).

. Supervision of personnel and functions of compliance management

and company training.

. Developed policies and procedures in accordance with applicable

federal and state laws and regulation.

. Maintained current and accurate regulatory filing, when needed,

and enforce policies and procedure to mitigate regulatory,

financial and operational risks for the company.

. Responsibilities included general accounting operations AP, AR

and payroll, mandatory monthly bank and escrow reconciliations

and budget management, quarterly and annual deposits and

reporting.

. Provided quality control management procedures for personnel,

clients and vendor.

. Maintenance of awarded contracts, lease contracts, work orders,

facility maintenance and design, office equipment leases and

office supply purchases and inventory.

Accomplishments: Successful bidder on government contracts and renewals.

Provided superior customer service, resolution and direction to meet and

exceed client expectations. Successfully received high scores from annual

review for retention of client confidence in renewal of contracts. Drive

annual revenues upward from a start-up to a successful business within a 3

year period providing customer confidence in providing superior service and

product.

American Acquisition Group, Inc., Tampa, Florida

(n/k/a American Acquisition Group, LLC)

Acquisition/Relocation Agent/Suit Coordinator

7/01 - 2/04

. Title search and examination, appraisal review, negotiations for

acquisition interests of ownership and/or encumbrance (fee,

easement, leasehold and subordination of lien); real property

and business acquisitions and relocation, property closings,

assist in final preparation of condemnation packages (Real

Estate litigation) for admission to Clerk of Court.

. Acquisition administration, residential and commercial

relocation assistance, lawsuit pleadings, summons preparation,

suit filings and coordination in scheduling Order of Taking

dates.

. Exhibits customer relations skills necessary for interface with

mid and high level clients.

Accomplishments: Provided superior customer service, resolution and

direction to meet and exceed client expectations. Successfully received

high scores from annual review for retention of client confidence in

renewal of contracts.

Macfarlane Ferguson & McMullen Tampa, Florida

10/99 - 7/01

Real Estate Legal Assistant/Secretary (Commercial Transactions)

. Assisted senior attorney in review, prepare and process client

requests, in areas of commercial real estate, civil litigation,

probate and estate needs; identify, research and review

databases, maps, tax and official records.

. Provided quality control check prior to submission to counsel

inclusive of examination of supporting documentation and legal

description verification; in addition to drafting, proofreading

and finalization of reports, commitments, policies and pleadings

under the direct supervision of counsel.

. Communicate, correspond and coordinate on behalf of counsel with

clients from inception to final billing.

. Assist senior attorney in daily and monthly client billing,

inclusive of hourly and rate billing.

Del Mar Title Company, Tampa, Florida

2/98 - 10/99

Closing Officer/Title Agent

. Manage daily operation of a new client controlled title company;

developed new client relations through aggressive marketing

strategies.

. Implemented policy and procedures for clearing title related

issue for clear conveyance, exam title abstract, prepared and/or

reviewed title commitments and policies for compliance, prepare

final closing documents, and finalize closing activities

inclusive of escrow reconciliation and warehousing.

. Trained personnel, handle client/customer relations, scheduling

and marketing.

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Jeffrey A. Blau, P.A., Tampa, Florida

2/96 - 1/98

Legal Assistant/Secretary

. Assisted in daily support and administrative services for a sole

practitioner litigation practice (Constitutional Law) including

maintaining leases and facility management.

. Researched, prepared and file litigation, inclusive of

subpoenas, lis pendens, petition/complaint, request and response

for discovery and interrogatories, notice of filings; coordinate

and maintain schedule for hearings, mediation, arbitration and

expert witness testimony, assist with trial preparation.

. General office administration including case and data

management, AR/AP, payable and payroll and assisted the attorney

in maintenance of client billing management.

. Practice areas included general civil, family, criminal,

contract law, real estate and first amendment/constitutional

law.

O.R. Colan Associates, Inc. - Polk County Parkway (1/1994 - 2/1996)

8/92 - 2/96

William MacLean, P.A. - Veterans Expressway (8/1992 - 12/1993

Legal Coordinator/Legal Assistant/Secretary

. Directly oversaw the title company's abstract and commitment to

maintain compliance for eminent domain practice.

. Prepared ownership/encumbrance reports for suit preparation for

condemnation under threat of eminent domain with special

adherence to the laws regulating the project.

. Researched, prepared and file law suits, inclusive of subpoenas,

lis pendens, petition or complaint, request and response for

discovery and interrogatories, notices; coordinate and schedule

hearings, motions, mediation, arbitration and expert witness

testimony, assist with trial preparation, and maintained

attorney calendar. (Real Estate Litigation - Eminent Domain)

. Ensured complete compliance in accordance with state and federal

guidelines.

EDUCATION

Hillsborough Community College, Tampa/Brandon, Florida (Some general

coursework)

Karen Koogler Title Agent Course

Bert Rodgers Brokers Course

SPECIALIZED COURSE WORK

. Real Estate Salesman & Brokers Courses

. International Right of Way Association Certification Courses:

. Principals of Land Acquisition

. The Appraisal of Partial Acquisitions

. Principals of Real Estate Law Land Titles

. Legal Aspects of Easements Property Descriptions

. Practical Negotiations for U.S. Federally Funded Land Acquisitions

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND LICENSES HELD

. Florida Licensed Real Estate Broker (Inactive)

. Florida Licensed Title Agent (Inactive)

. International Right of Way Association

LANGUAGES

English, Conversational Spanish

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