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Atlantic Coast Mortgage, LLC

Underwriter

Atlantic Coast Mortgage, LLC, Fairfax, Virginia, United States, 22032

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Our team is redefining the industry – and creating a culture of excellence. Founded in 2011, Atlantic Coast Mortgage embodies a people-first culture rooted in commitment, character, and innovation. What began as a small team has grown into a thriving organization where our people remain the driving force behind our mission to redefine the mortgage industry. We believe individuals do their best work in an environment designed for success—and we’re proud to be recognized by The Washington Post as a Top Workplace. As we continue to grow, we’re not just hiring employees—we’re looking for driven, energetic, and creative problem-solvers. If that sounds like you, and you're ready to build your career with a company committed to making meaningful change in our industry, we’d love to connect.

Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Underwrites FHA/VA and Conventional loan applications ensuring adherence to Company and investor credit quality standards

Maintain ACM mandated turn times for new reviews and conditions

Analyzes mortgage loan files, which includes customer’s application, income documentation, appraisal and title reports, to ensure compliance with the company's policies, as well as, state and federal regulations

Analyzes loan attributes and documentation for soundness and accuracy

Analyzes loan applications to identify any risk issues

Evaluates overall income, credit and equity of each loan application

Ensures all required documentation have been received and completed for the loan process approval

Determines the amount of loan to be approved when all criteria for underwriting have been met. Makes recommendation for loan approval

Supports Loan Officers during the qualification process and for turndown decisions.

Provides support to Loan Officers and Processors regarding questions and/or clarification of inquiries, loan files, and underwriting guidelines

Ensures timely review and follow-up steps in order to meet and exceed customer’s expectations

Keeps up-to-date on investor and regulatory policies, procedures and changes that affect mortgage underwriting

Communicates with team members and management on outstanding requirements and conditions, as well as, the status of each loan application

Analyzes appraisals (including FHA, under DE program, SAR under VA program and Portfolio Jumbo). Reviews the fee appraiser’s reports for completeness and conformity with industry-accepted appraisal practices and techniques as well as all other Federal Housing Administration (FHA) and Veterans Administration (VA) requirements. Determines the reasonable value of the property and any conditions which must be met prior to VA guaranty of the loan

Knowledge of FHA Streamline and VA IRRLS

Job Requirements:

The candidate should be oriented toward a deal driven environment and capable of managing multiple transactions simultaneously under tight time pressure. Has thorough knowledge of all GSE underwriting requirements

Possesses strong understanding of the operational responsibilities involved in the purchase and transfer of whole loan assets as it pertains to credit quality

Skilled in negotiating issues and resolving problems

Skilled in effective verbal and written communications, including active listening, and presenting findings and recommendations

Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers, staff and external contacts, and to work effectively in a professional team environment

Qualifications:

FHA DE Designation (CHUMS#)

VA SAR/LAP

A minimum of 3 years FHA/VA Underwriting experience

Experience working with Fannie Mae Desktop Underwriter and Freddie Mac Loan Prospector

Thorough knowledge and understanding of all federal and state guidelines

Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures and government regulations

Superior internal and external customer service skills

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Exceptional organizational skills

Ability to work independently and be a team player

Exceptional attention to details

Must be proactive and reliable

Proficiency in paperless loan underwriting

Strong sense of urgency to meet deadlines

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