What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Spanish/English Mortgage Loan Processor — (Fairfield, CA position at Better Rate Mortgage?
Job Overview
Since 2018, Better Rate Mortgage has funded over $1B in loan volume, earned Diamond Status with UWM, and built partnerships with 40 wholesale lenders plus private money sources. We’re a fast-growing, high-energy brokerage obsessed with speed, service, and building a team of A-players.
We don’t do “slow.” We do structure, communication, and execution—because our Loan Officers perform at a high level and our processing team is the engine that keeps the whole company moving.
The Opportunity
We’re hiring multiple Mid-Level Mortgage Loan Processors to support a high-volume team in our Fairfield, CA office. You’ll work closely with 3–5 Loan Officers, touch 10–15 loans per month, and help deliver a clean, consistent client experience from submission to close.
✅ Bilingual Spanish/English is a strong preference — we serve a diverse client base and want processors who can support clear, confident borrower communication.
If you’re fast, organized, and you take pride in running a tight file—this is your seat.
Why Better Rate Mortgage
- In-Office Team Culture (Fairfield, CA): High energy, no drama, high standards
- High Volume Strong LO Discipline: You won’t be chasing chaos all day
- Career Path: Clear runway into senior processing / ops leadership
- Training Growth: Ongoing skill building, coaching, and team development
- Company Events: We build hard and celebrate wins together
- Tech-Forward Workflow: ARIVE GHL Dropbox with process-driven execution
- Product Mix: QM / Non-QM / Hard Money, with a strong UWM pipeline
Responsibilities
- Process mortgage files from initial disclosure through CTC/funding, ensuring accuracy and speed
- Collect, review, and organize borrower documentation (income, assets, credit, etc.)
- Submit clean files to lenders and manage conditions/suspense with urgency
- Maintain clear communication with Loan Officers and coordinate updates with clients
- Provide frequent client phone updates and manage expectations professionally
- Collaborate with escrow/title and ensure timelines are hit
- Keep pipeline notes and status updates current inside ARIVE/GHL
- Help problem-solve tough files using creative thinking and strong lender knowledge
What We’re Looking For
Required
- 1–2 years mortgage processing experience
- Strong follow-up and urgency (slow follow-up is a deal-breaker)
- Excellent communication and borrower tone
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple files at once
Strong Preference
- Bilingual Spanish/English
- ARIVE experience
Preferred
- NMLS (preferred, not required)
- Experience with UWM and a wholesale lender mix
- Comfort with Non-QM / Hard Money scenarios
Compensation & Benefits
- 1099 position
- Salary: $36,000 – $48,000 (based on experience)
- Bonus opportunities: Potential (structure TBD)
- PTO Holiday Pay
- Training career advancement opportunities
Schedule
- Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- No overtime expected
- Work Location: In-office (Fairfield, CA)
How to Apply
Send your resume through really.
Bonus points if your resume clearly lists:
- ARIVE experience
- Lender submission conditions management experience
- Average monthly file volume you’ve handled
Optional (Recommended) Screening Questions
- How many years of mortgage processing experience do you have?
- Are you bilingual Spanish/English? (Strong preference)
- Do you have ARIVE experience? If yes, how long?
- How many files per month do you personally manage end-to-end?
- Are you comfortable making frequent borrower update calls?
Please email your resume to sunny@mybetterrate.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $36,000.00 - $48,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $36,000 - $48,000