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Wholesale Non-QM Underwriter
Position Overview:
The Wholesale Non-QM Underwriter reviews and underwrites Non-QM mortgage loan applications and property appraisals and evaluates the loans to minimize risk or loss within regulatory guidelines.
Ideal candidates for this position will be experienced underwriting Non-QM loans, highly detail-oriented, and familiar with loan program guidelines.
Essential Functions of the Role:
Essential Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Fast-paced environment. Requires normal vision (corrected) both close and distant. Requires normal hearing levels (corrected). Requires working at a desk to use a phone and computer for extended periods of time. Requires sitting, bending. Works effectively with frequent interruptions. Lifting requirements of 10 lbs. occasionally. Minimal travel Along with a great culture and competitive pay, full-time employees are eligible to receive additional benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Short-term and long-term disability 401(k) and Roth 401(k) plans and Company match Company-provided life insurance 8 paid holidays AND MORE!
Pay: $90,000- $105,000 annually depending on experience, with eligibility for a discretionary bonus.
Position Overview:
The Wholesale Non-QM Underwriter reviews and underwrites Non-QM mortgage loan applications and property appraisals and evaluates the loans to minimize risk or loss within regulatory guidelines.
Ideal candidates for this position will be experienced underwriting Non-QM loans, highly detail-oriented, and familiar with loan program guidelines.
Essential Functions of the Role:
- Analyze and underwrite Non-QM mortgage loans within compliance guidelines and approved seller variances.
- Manage loan conditions and provide recommendations for underwriting waiver and eligibility exceptions.
- Communicate with loan originators and processors regarding loan status, approvals, suspensions, denials, and conditions.
- Maintain a pipeline of loans adhering to posted service level agreements.
- Remain current on loan program requirements and review documents for compliance.
- Other duties as assigned.
Essential Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements (RESPA, TILA, etc.)
- Strong communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Highly detail-oriented
- Ability to work across organizational boundaries
- Strong decision making skills
- Advanced problem solving capabilities
- Strong critical thinking skills
- Proven ability to prioritize and multi-task
- Understanding of Non-QM products
- Minimum of five (5) years of mortgage underwriting experience required.
- Minimum of three (3) years of underwriting Non-QM loans with complex income analysis required.
- National bond program experience preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Some college preferred.
Salary : $90,000 - $105,000