Real Estate Specialist
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The Loss Mitigation Specialist handles all incoming files and reviews each file for accuracy and completeness prior to handoff to the Loss Mitigation Underwriters. In addition, the Loss Mitigation Specialist sends correspondence to mortgagors requesting additional documents needed for a full eligibility review. The Loss Mitigation Specialist will upload all file documents to the designated document repositories based on the established processes and procedures. The Loss Mitigation Specialist will send partial claim notes and deeds to the established HUD document custodian. Review all loss mitigation documents in accordance with the compliance timelines associated with State Home Mortgage Investors, Insurers and agency standards for all Loss Mitigation related programs. The Loss Mitigation Specialist is responsible for the administration of loss mitigation programs for numerous Investors and Insurers.
Minimum eligibility requirements include :
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Real Estate or a related business field is preferred
- Two years of experience in loss mitigation, collections, mortgage servicing, or loan processing experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the job duties and responsibilities of the job, as determined by The State of Georgia
- Experience in reviewing FHA, Fannie Mae, USDA and VA loss mitigation and default guidelines
- Strong understanding of mortgage and default documentation
- Ice Technologies (Formerly Black Knight) experience preferred
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent analytic skills, attention to detail, and ability to work within time constraints
- Self-motivated, comfortable taking initiative and handling multiple projects simultaneously Professional and excellent level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others
- Solid decision-making skills with display of professionalism in maintaining confidentiality
- Proven problem-solving and team building skills
- Fast learner with the ability to rapidly acquire detailed knowledge of departmental policies, practices and procedures
- Must be organized and possess excellent customer service skills
- Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment
- Reports to work on a daily and timely basis
Job duties and responsibilities include :
Essential duties :
Evaluate the financial position of the mortgagor(s) to determine the appropriate workout option best suited for the situation; this entails a review of the mortgagor(s) income and expenses, income tax returns, balance sheets / income statements for self-employed borrowers and credit reportsPrepare necessary documentation to complete repayment plans, forbearance plans and Loan Modification Trial Agreements in accordance with Investor / Insurer GuidelinesFile and monitor Claims for loss mitigation workouts in accordance with Investor / Insurer guidelinesProvide documentation to Investor Accounting department and Customer Service department to update LPS to reflect modified terms and produce new coupon books or statements as appropriateIdentify and submit qualified Loss Mitigation cases to appropriate Investor / Insurer for final modification approvalClose and remove all loss mitigation stops and flags upon loss mitigation completionPrepare, scan, and index all loss mitigation documentsMonitor status of repayment plans, forbearance plans, and trial period plans and update servicing system and investor system of record with payment records as neededAccurately and timely update servicing system to reflect current status of fileMaintain updated desktop procedures for job dutiesCommunication :
Respond politely and courteously to customer inquiries via email and telephone and make sure that any problems they have is resolvedMail additional document request notifications to borrowers within allotted timeframe to remain in complianceMail acknowledgment letters to borrowers within allotted compliance timeframeMail all approval, denial, and appeal decision letters within allotted compliance timeframeHandle all written correspondence between the borrowers, client, investor, insurer, subordinate lien holders, real estate agents, consumer credit counseling services, foreclosure attorney, and 3rd party vendorsExcellent level of oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate across a variety of audiences.Administrative :
Manage files from acknowledgment to submissionRequest and follow up on foreclosure holds as necessaryRequest and follow up on foreclosure cost and feeRelease daily Loss Mitigation print jobsPerform other related duties, as assignedWorking conditions (travel, hours, environment) :
This position is salaried. Work hours are between 8 : 00am - 6 : 00 pm on Monday-Friday.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work primarily in a climate-controlled office environment with minimal safety / health hazard potential.
Physical / sensory requirements :
Work is principally stationary, but the person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc., and constantly operate a computer and other office equipment.
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
Must be able to perform office-related duties.
Must be able to operate office equipment.
Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, tenants, and community agencies and other entities that provide services.
Must be able to perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must be able to perform essential job functions in an environment that will sometimes include increased levels of work-related stress.
Must maintain punctuality and attendance as scheduled.