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Willliam Bowles

Locust Grove

Summary

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
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
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.

Education

No Degree - Gunnery

US Navy Training School
Great Lakes IL
09.1990

High School Diploma -

Thomas Jefferson
Alexandria, Virginia
06.1985

Skills

  • Reports Generation
  • Deadline Adherence
  • Client Inquiries Management
  • Financial Transactions Management

Timeline

Real Estate Settlement Processor

Key Title
11.1997 - Current

Customer Service Associate

US Airways Express
03.1993 - 02.1996

No Degree - Gunnery

US Navy Training School

High School Diploma -

Thomas Jefferson
Willliam Bowles