KAREN MILLER
Canyon Lake, TX *****
817-***-**** - *****************@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Detail-oriented and methodical Closer successful in assembling closing documentation for all FHA, Conventional, VA and USDA loans. Work quickly and accurately to meet strict standards, clear issues and prepare document packages. Handle industry-funded and government-backed loans with skill and efficiency. Well-versed in loan closing processes and documentation requirements. Maintain full calendar of closings and easily handle more than 100 per month. Keep paperwork organized for smooth closings. Hardworking, passionate ready to help team achieve company goals. Very organized, dependable and successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Highly regarded for delivering outstanding customer service and performance in closing and funding home mortgages. Expertise in all Microsoft Programs, Encompass, Calyx Point, Origin and Aim.
SKILLS
Property Appraisals
Application Reviews
Store Opening and Closing
Data Collection
Legal Documentation
Billing and Payment Processing
Mortgage Loan Processing
Loan Records Filing and Maintenance
10-Key Data Entry
Oral and Written Comprehension
Government Lending
Regulatory Disclosure Preparation
Resolve Paperwork Errors
Calculate Payments
Credit Reporting Software
Closing Disclosures
Deposit and Payment Collection
Invoice Preparation
Equifax Application Engine
Complex Problem-Solving
Providing Feedback
Figures Calculations
Operational Efficiency
Production Standards
Microsoft Dynamics
Real Estate Title Concepts
General Mortgage Associate
Credit Union Operations
Title Abstracts
Critical Thinking
Anti Money Laundering (AML)
Settlement Statements
Active Listening and Learning
Loan Disbursement
File Management
Appoint Scheduling
Closing Costs Calculation
Compile Documents
Desktop Underwriter
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Serve Customer Needs
Processing Loan Applications
Appraisal Accuracy
Title Document Preparation
Federal Statutes
Fraud Prevention and Detection
Bank Secrecy Act
Customer Inquiries
Loan Information Recording
Social Perceptiveness
Certified Residential Mortgage
Specialist
Communications Strategies
Financial Information Review
WORK HISTORY
06/2020 to 06/2022 MORTGAGE CLOSER, PROCESSOR
Gold Financial/AmCap Mortgage
Detailed, dedicated mortgage closer, highly regarded for delivering outstanding customer service and performance in closing and funding home mortgages along with processing loans for closing
Expertise in Microsoft Office Programs, Encompass, Calyx Point, Origin and AIM Collaborates effectively with closing managers, processors, Underwriters, Loan Officers, title companies, and clients at all levels to resolve issues and provide solutions to issues that may arise prior and during closing Prepared accurate loan documents to escrow, title, and broker in a timely manner Verified fees
Gave initial input and confirmed data required to generate closing documents Generated review and approved closing package
Reviewed loan package for required documentation
Calculated funding amount for each loan package
Released wire and funds loan
Prepared collateral packages
Verified employment of borrower
Communicated final funding
Have advanced knowledge of Encompass, Calyx Point, AIM and Orijin 01/2020 to 06/2020 Home Equity Closer
Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union
Closed Home Equity Loans
Verified Fees
Input and confirm data required to generate closing documents Ensure closing documents are in compliance with TRID 04/2019 to 01/2020 Medical Eligibility Specialist
Texas Health
Determine eligibility for the elderly and disabled 11/2018 to 04/2019 Receptionist
Received incoming calls
Scheduled patients
Liason between patient and doctor
07/2018 to 10/2018 Escrow Assistant
North American Title/Lennar Homes
Process and quality check all documents from lenders and attorneys for accuracy Prepare title company closing documents in timely and professional manner Ensure complete and accurate packages are submitted for approval Respond to inquiries from borrowers, lenders and attorneys to resolve discrepancies
Prior to closing, call and confirm with lenders how the packages are being sent On purchase closings call at least 48 hours prior to closing date Work to build strong partnerships with local lenders, realtors, attorneys and builders
Act as a liaison between Escrow Processors and Escrow Officers as a subject matter expert.
04/2016 to 04/2018 Closer/Funder
Stearns Lending, LLC Consumer
Prepares accurate loan documents to escrow, title, and broker in a timely manner Verifies fees
Inputs and confirms data required to generate closing documents Generates review and approve closing package
Reviews loan package for required documentation
Calculates funding amount for each loan package
Releases wire and funds loan
Prepare collateral packages
Verifies employment of borrower
Communicates final funding
Familiar with Calyx Point, AIM and Orijin
Mobile Notary Closer
Texasclosingsolutions
03/2015 to 09/2017 Traveled all over the Metro-plex to Close Residential loans/ Refinance or Purchase loans
06/2014 to 03/2015 Escrow Processor, Funder
Stewart Title
Process and quality check all documents from lenders and attorneys for accuracy Prepare title company closing documents in timely and professional manner Ensure complete and accurate packages are submitted for approval Respond to inquiries from borrowers, lenders and attorneys to resolve discrepancies
Prior to closing, call and confirm with lenders how the packages are being sent On purchase closings call at least 48 hours prior to closing date Act as a liaison between Escrow Processors and Escrow Officers as a subject matter expert.
09/2012 to 10/2013 Closer/Doc Prep Specialist
Black, Mann and Graham, LLP
Input full loan docs and examinations for files from lenders Contract closer for SunTrust Mortgage and Citi Mortgage through Black, Mann and Graham, LLP
Funder
Texaslending.com (multiple positions)
03/2008 to 08/2012 Loan Officer Assistant
Receive and validate incoming conditions to cure audit deficiencies Process basic mortgage document knowledge to review accuracy and completeness of executed mortgage documents prior to funding the loan Ensure all fees are trued up, send emails to insuring, MIP and accounting on FHA/VA loans
Monitor locks/approval expirations and notify loan officer when relock/rate extension is necessary
Ensure all underwriting conditions are cleared prior to funding the loan with settlement agent
Provide wire request back up to post closer in a timely manner to meet warehouse deadlines
Register MERS; Ensure MIP gets paid – activation of MIP Post-closing
Follow up on purchase status/delay info 48hrs after package has been shipped to the investor
Clear all post-closing stips in a timely manner
Enter detailed notes into the conversation log regarding status of the outstanding loans
Send daily reports regarding any loan aged over 6 days to supervisor Prepare and process check requests as needed for funding shortages or refunds as required for post-closing stips
Transfer files with MERS as required, Assistant to Senior Loan officer in completing all incoming docs for new mortgages
Liaison between borrower(s), Loan Officers and processors All administrative duties
Set-up Coordinator
Ensured all files were setup and taken back to the processors for submission to underwriting
Ensured all title and appraisal orders were taken care of and ordered Ensured all VOE's were filled out completely and put in file in a timely manner EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts: Criminology/Criminal Justice
University of Texas at Arlington - Arlington, TX
Associate of Arts Degree: Psychology
Collin County Community College - Plano, TX
Robert E. Lee Senior High School ( now Legacy High School) - Midland, TX CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Notary Public, NNA - 2014- Present