Knowledgeable Escrow Officer with 26 years of experience. Well-versed in real estate contracts, lender policies and title requirements. Detail-oriented and thorough with excellent analytical and independent thinking skills.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Real Estate Settlement Processor
Key Title
7010 Little River Tpke # 220 Annandale VA 22003
11.1997 - Current
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Scheduled closing appointments for sellers and buyers or arranged for delivery of documents for out of area closings.
Prepared documents for closing and handled complete disbursement and follow up of escrow transactions.
Returned executed loan packages to lender for review and approval in accordance with lender instructions.
Set up escrow transactions, processed deposits and mailed out forms and preliminary title reports for review.
Followed-up on status of releases, policies, and return of recorded documents.
Forwarded title clearing documentation to title officer for approval.
Followed industry standard escrow procedures and maintained awareness of regulations governing escrow process.
Examined Title Searches for potential items of concern and addressed immediately.
Checked signatures and legal descriptions for accuracy and integrity.
Communicated requirements and title exception information to clients.
Managed real estate closing process in compliance with applicable standards and legal requirements.
Reviewed escrow accounting reports and resolved outstanding check or open file balance issues.
Opened incoming orders and set up escrow of Purchase, Sale and Refinance agreement.
Collected and compiled paperwork such as title abstracts, insurance paperwork, loan files and tax histories.
Stayed up to date on loan regulation changes, processing loan applications in compliance with current laws.
Set up, stored and updated customer files, department records and regulatory paperwork.
Prepared Title Binders, Prepared Deeds and all Closing docs related to the settlements
Affirmed loan document accuracy to protect lenders from potential fraud.
Consulted with outside vendors to identify and resolve loan closing issues. Ordered all Loan and Judgment / Lien payoffs to ensure transfer of Clean title
Customer Service Associate
US Airways Express
Washington National Airport DC
03.1993 - 02.1996
Worked on a rotating schedule-Ticket Counter, Baggage Loading, Ramp Duties, including driving the shuttle bus, marshalling incoming and outgoing aircraft, Stocking the Galley and cleaning the aircraft between flights
Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
Provided training and support to new associates to help provide high-quality customer service.