Real Estate Specialist
Resume:
DENEE T. VANDYKE
Seffner, FL 33584
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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.
DENEE T. VANDYKE
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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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