Kelli Michael
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Professional Summary
Experienced mortgage and operations professional with over 15 years in residential lending, construction oversight, and client relations. Skilled in loan processing, underwriting support, and cross-functional coordination. Known for maintaining exceptional compliance standards, managing end-to-end loan cycles, and building trusted relationships with clients, brokers, and internal teams.
Professional Experience
Senior Loan Processor Caliber Home Loans – Santa Ana, CA Nov 2020 – Jul 2024
• Served as primary liaison between sales, clients, and vendors to manage seamless loan processing.
• Collected, analyzed, and verified all documentation required for underwriting and funding.
• Ensured compliance with lending regulations and internal guidelines.
• Coordinated with title, escrow, and collateral teams for timely closings. Senior Loan Processor Center Street Lending – Irvine, CA Oct 2019 – Mar 2020
• Processed hard money loans for residential and commercial real estate transactions.
• Worked directly with business entities (LLCs, corporations, trusts) to collect and review legal and financial documentation.
• Managed loan files from origination through funding, maintaining accuracy and compliance.
• Evaluated credit, financials, and property details to ensure loan viability.
• Maintained consistent communication with clients and brokers.
• Partnered with title and escrow for accurate document preparation and timely disbursement. Asset Manager / Senior Asset Coordinator Revolve – Anaheim, CA Aug 2018 – Oct 2019
• Managed relationships with capital partners and private placement investors through the acquisition process.
• Drafted and reviewed Loan Purchase Agreements and contracts to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Assisted investors with application and licensing requirements for asset purchases.
• Liaised with servicing, sales, and collateral departments to maintain client satisfaction through asset liquidation. Vice President of Operations Lucas Construction – Yorba Linda, CA Jul 2008 – Aug 2018
• Directed full operations, including job scheduling, contract management, and vendor relations.
• Oversaw payroll, budgeting, and material procurement.
• Negotiated homeowner agreements and ensured timely project completion. Other work experience, education, and skills:
Work Experience: Account Manager/Loan Officer Acoustic Home Loans (04-06) Senior Loan Processor Mission Hills Mortgage (01-04) Education: BS in Human Services; University of Phoenix ‘01 Technical skills: Salesforce, Hubspot, Encompass, Proprietary LOS/CRM tools Core Competencies: Title, Escrow & Funding Coordination Contract Negotiation Underwriting Support Credit & Document Review
Construction Operations Oversight Residential Loan Processing