Megan Sims
Mortgage Specialist
Contact
ad1vao@r.postjobfree.com
Objective
Seeking new employment opportunities to leverage and implement my knowledge, skills, and abilities. Delivering high quality performance and efficient underwriting skills into daily operational tasks and activities. Looking for a professional position to grow my knowledge, skills, and experiences.
Education
Heritage Academy
Dallas, TX
2002 high school diploma
Key Skills
Microsoft Office
Data Entry
Credit Analysis
Fraud
DU/LP
Customer Service
AML, AUS, MSP
Encompass
Syndicated Loans
FHA/VA/USDA
Origination Loan Modification
Experience
February 2023 – to present
Loss Mitigation Specialist I • Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing
Handle multiple mortgage products that are 60+ days delinquent, as governed by investor, departmental, and legal guidelines
Help prevent foreclosure through various loss mitigation options (e.g., modification, forbearance)
Work with property inspectors, appraisers, real estate agents; arrange inspection or evaluation services
Review and negotiate liens and judgments to help clear the title and protect the homeowner and investor
Review homeowner financial records (e.g., statements, tax returns, credit reports) to determine the best loss mitigation solution for homeowner
Ensure all legal requirements are correct before foreclosure sale
December 2019 – November 2022
Underwriter III • Mphasis Digital Risk
Perform in-depth review of mortgage loan files including income, assets, credit, and collateral
Underwrite loans in accordance with client guidelines utilizing AUS or manual guidelines
Assist Processors/Loan Officers in understanding underwriting decisions and conditions
January 2019 – August 2019
Remote Underwriter • Opus
Calculate and analyze income documentation, credit, DTI, and housing expenses for accuracy and eligibility
Assessing customer’s issues and provide solutions
Review deal and client information/hot buttons on SharePoint, as it pertains to the type of deal and client
May 2014 – September 2018
Loss Mitigation Underwriter • Chase
Process mortgage services, complete Chase credit underwriting procedures, and evaluate loan underwriting and collateral
Analyze simple and complex financial data such as income calculation, asset verification and credit review
Trained to analyze and detect fraudulent activities (AML)
July 2012 – October 2013
Senior Underwriter • Bank of America
Verify income assets and liability documents
Maintain accurate and up-t-date knowledge of underwriting policies and procedures
Determine loan eligibility by utilizing manual underwriting guidelines as well as validating AUS recommendations (DU/LP)
February 2011 – Jul 2012
Junior Underwriter • American Home Mortgage
Verified application to ensure completion and accuracy
Assisted Mortgage Loan Closer during the submission of approved mortgage loan files
Organized closing with borrower, lender, and title company
April 2008 – February 2011
Executive Liaison • American Home Mortgage
Resolved executive level customer complaints by researching addressed issues and ensured proper action for resolution was resolved; if customer complaints escalated to threatening the Agency with legal action, they were forwarded to the attention of the President of American Home Mortgage
Communicated professionally with customers, borrowers, and investors
References
Available upon request.