Mortgage Loan Closer

Neighborhood Finance Corporation (NFC) is a well-established non-profit organization with a team oriented work environment.
We are celebrating our 30th Anniversary as a mortgage lender in Des Moines and Polk County and we are in our second year of lending in Cedar Rapids.

Our mission: NFC provides unique lending programs and other services to facilitate targeted neighborhood revitalization in Polk County, Iowa, through partnerships with residents, governments, community based organizations, financial institutions and the business community.

NFC is seeking a qualified Mortgage Loan Closer to join our team. The ideal candidate should have conventional mortgage closing experience. The Loan Closer will report to the Director of Lending and will be responsible for closing purchase, refinance and home improvement loans.

Summary: At the direction of the Director of Lending, this position is responsible for closing renovation loans originated at NFC so that NFC obtains the appropriate lien position and the loans are closed in compliance with government regulations and investor guidelines. The Loan Closer is responsible for assuring clear title, preparing closing documents, the loan closing signing and appropriately disbursing loan funds. This position may be asked by management to assist with special projects as they arise.

Specific Job Functions:

• Order abstracting, title opinions and other required documentation in a timely manner and in coordination with the loan production team to assure an on-time closing.

• Monitor approved loans to make sure documents required to close loans are being furnished in a timely manner. Follow up with originators, processor, borrowers, realtors, etc. as necessary. Order payoffs on seller’s loan(s) against the property, order payoffs for refinance loans.

• Ascertain that NFC is in the proper lien position.

• Order homeowner’s insurance with correct mortgagee clauses, loan numbers, effective dates of
  coverage, proper coverage amounts and premiums due.

• Verify with the attorney who prepared the preliminary title opinion that all documentation
  furnished to clear title has been obtained and is correct. On Home Improvement loans ascertain NFC has the appropriate lien position and work with borrowers to obtain necessary documents to clear title objections.

• Perform mechanics lien search when title received and prior to loan closing.

• Work with seller’s closer and coordinators to ensure appropriate documentation to clear title is
  received for closing. Obtain seller figures and items for closing from seller’s closing agent and
  obtain approval for seller side of transactions on purchases.

• Understand TRID and timing for delivery and receipt for Closing Disclosures for all loans and
  schedule closings.

• Prepare loan documents and closing disclosures for all loans and schedule closings.

• Explain to borrowers all loan-closing documents and assist borrowers in executing such documents for the loan.

• Record closing documents and disburse funds for closings.

• Follow up on obtaining final title opinions and title guaranty policies and clear all items necessary
  for clear title.

• Upload documents to NFC’s sub-servicer twice a month.

• Remain current on Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Fannie Mae and Iowa Division of
  Banking requirements as related to loan closings and work with the NFC team to effectively
  implement updates to processes and procedures to remain in compliance.

• Explain next steps at closing for the renovation process.

• Record necessary documents with the county recorder.

• Assist and participate in other projects as assigned by management.

  Job Requirements:

• The preferred candidate will have a two or four-year college degree; a high school diploma is the minimum requirement.

• Strong customer service skills and the ability to explain complex lending products as it relates to the loan closing process.

• Ability to work effectively and professionally with the NFC team, realtors, borrowers, sellers and other professionals involved in the loan closing process.

• A minimum of 1-3 years of mortgage loan experience; preferably loan closing experience.

• Knowledge of real estate law for conventional mortgage loans, and the ability to communicate
  with attorneys on real estate regulation and disclosure requirements.

• Strong communication skills – written and speaking.

• Working knowledge of Spanish, Vietnamese or another language is desirable.

• Proficiency with MS Office applications including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel. Ability to
  learn loan origination system.

• Travel (5% or less) will be required to attend appropriate training and/or conference events.

  NFC offers competitive company benefits including free parking, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, business casual dress, paid sick/vacation leave, cafeteria plan, and 401(K) plan. Office hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Flexible hours can be approved through your manager taking into account the duties of the position and business needs.

  Please send cover letter and resume to: Director of Lending
  NEIGHBORHOOD FINANCE CORPORATION
  1912 SIXTH AVENUE
  DES MOINES, IOWA 50314
  Or tgearhart@neighborhoodfinance.org
  No phone calls please