About this role
The position requires knowledge to provide resolution of title defects, with emphasis on REO. The ideal candidate has experience in the correction of chain of title issues, working with underwriters regarding curative actions and title claims, and actions regarding outstanding taxes and tax sale issues. The ideal candidate will review title to ensure that there are no defects or breaks in the chain, and perform curative. Position also includes working with underwriting claims resolution, clearance, and title curative for multiple states.
Job Description:
· Reviews and recognize escalation issues
· Notes our proprietary website as to current status
· Reviews the title commitment for accuracy
· Reviews abstract and legal description
· Researches the title to determine if “clear”
· Investigates the reasons around a possible “not clear” title
· Resolves title clearance issues to get loans closed
· Communicates with lenders and borrowers to obtain all necessary title clearance requirements
· Reviews title commitment for clearance and assures all items are accounted for: updating payoffs, subordinations, homeowner’s insurance policies, taxes and HOA
· Knowledge of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac REO properties and clearance
· 5 Plus years of experience in reviewing title commitments and documents for validity
· High school/GED diploma
· Ability to independently clear title issues.
· Attention to detail and communication skills must be excellent.
Common knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Benefits include a Safe Harbor 401(k) plan, health/dental care, paid time off and holidays, and competitive pay.
First Title & Escrow is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. EOE/M/F/D/V.
Benefits include a Safe Harbor 401(k) plan, health/dental care, paid time off and holidays, and competitive pay.
First Title & Escrow is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. EOE/M/F/D/V.