Lashara S. Mickens
**** ******* ***** **. #**** Jacksonville, FL 32216
*********@***.*** 904-***-****
CAREER OBJECTIVE
Seeking to obtain a position where I can utilize my mortgage skills,
knowledge, and experience.
SKILLS SUMMARY
. Self-motivated and able to work independently and as part of a team
. Ability to identify potential risk
. Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to work effectively in
a fast-paced environment
. Accustomed to meeting tight deadlines and exceeding goals
. Strong negotiating and problem solving capabilities
. Thorough individual with excellent verbal and written skills
OPERATING SYSTEMS
. Microsoft: Word, Excel, Outlook
. Fidelity MSP
. DWS
. Guardian
. Agent desktop
. AS400 / Iseries
. Linx
. CMS
. TS2
. IPortal
EXPERIENCE
Collabera, Morristown, NJ 2012 -
Present
Bank of America - Contractor
Sr. Post Closing Specialist
. Perform research & procure mortgages, huds, title policies, and
assignments
. Communicate with title companies regarding documents
. Audit original loan documents
. Resolve closing issues and system discrepancies
Chase Home Finance, Jacksonville, FL
2009 - 2012
Sr. Loan Processor
. Order Escrow analysis
. Communicated with attorneys and borrowers relating to bankruptcy
file/status
. Early Resolution, FHA,VA, Gannie Mae, Fannie Mae, Asset, Unemployment
and Modifications
. Uploaded borrower's information and reviewed income documents
. Managed and maintained a pipeline 100-150 loans monthly
. Ordered AVM or BPO to determine home value manual calculating income
. Ensured files were complete for short sales / underwriting review
before closing
. Managed portfolios for mortgage recovery, post loss mitigation, and
charge off loans
. Make recommendations to under writing based on outcome of modification
tool
. Communicate and follow-up with modification counselor if additional
documents are required
Ally Financial, Jacksonville, FL
2008 - 2009
Loan Loss Mitigation Collector
. Contacted customers to determine their reasons for continued
delinquency
. Updated customer account information on a computer system
. Responsible for a portfolio of clients until resolution is reached
. Determined process and priorities based on the requirements of a
situation
. Respond to customer inquiries
. Anticipated obstacles and established next steps
. Determined payment plans
. Made autonomous decisions using independent judgment
. Skip trace and locate responsible party
. Collections of delinquent GM vehicle payments
Rubin & Debski P.A., Jacksonville, FL
2008
Legal Assistant
. Trained new collectors
. Responsible for reviewing accounts prior to suit and contacting
account holders to resolve balances
. Presented account information clearly and concisely following FDCPA,
state laws and company policies
. Documented all consumer contact information and accounts quickly and
accurately
. Maintained productivity requirements of 200- 300 calls
Deerwood & Associates, Jacksonville, FL
2005 - 2008
Mortgage Underwriter
. Underwriter for FHA, VA, Conventional loans, and Modifications
. Coordinated all applications and files
. Ordered and processed title certificates, flood certificates, mortgage
insurance, and appraisals
. Liaison for brokers and applicants concerning loan status