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Liza Thompson

Clayton,NC

Summary

Seasoned professional with over 13 years experience in loan processing and underwriting across mortgage and agriculture industries. Skilled in managing the full life cycle of the loan process from gathering initial loan documents to final approval. Detail-oriented with solid understanding of evaluating credit history, risk assessment, analyzing financial documents, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Strong background in time-management, task prioritization, team collaboration, problem-solving, and exceptional customer service.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Underwriter

Ag Resource Management
07.2023 - Current
  • Evaluate agricultural loan request for crop operations and ensure loan documentation is complete and accurate
  • Conduct credit analysis to determine borrower's creditworthiness, collateral, capital, and character
  • Work collaboratively with loan officers, risk managers, and loan committee to facilitate smooth loan processing.
  • Pipeline monitoring of booked loans with periodic review of third-party crop verification reports, confirmation of crop insurance summaries, and vendor storage measurements.
  • Identify and report any deteriorating loans and conduct account reconciliations to assist loan officer in establishing repayment plan with grower.

Mortgage Loan Officer Assistant

Truist Bank
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Managed a pipeline of mortgage applications for assigned Loan Officers using CRM/Salesforce.
  • Set up files using department checklist and submitted on-time for processing.
  • Supported loan processing by compiling applicant documentation such as credit reports, employment verifications, and borrower financial documents.
  • Facilitated smooth loan closings by coordinating with title companies, attorneys, and applicants.

Mortgage Loan Coordinator/Mortgage Loan Processor

Regions Mortgage
12.2012 - 10.2022

Mortgage Loan Processor (February 2017 - September 2019)

  • Prepared loan packages for underwriting submission, addressing any conditions as needed and completed required verifications on credit, financial documents, and employment history.
  • Managed a high volume of mortgage loan applications (averaged 30+ loan per month; closed 50+ loans in May 2019), ensuring timely processing and approval.
  • Coordinated with internal departments (e.g., Underwriting, Compliance, Closing) to facilitate efficient loan processing and collaborated with external vendors (e.g., Appraisers, Title Companies/Closing Attorneys, Insurance Agents) to ensure timely closings.
  • Provided regular updates on loan status via email, phone, and company online portal to Loan Officers, Applicants, and Real Estate Agents.

Mortgage Loan Coordinator (December 2012 - February 2017/ September 2019 - October 2022)

  • Managed a high volume portfolio for top-producing sales team that closed average of 243 mortgage loans between 2017-2022; with highest production in 2020, closing 337 loans at $153 million.
  • Assisted Loan Officers in collections, organization, and verification of required mortgage documentation to include income/asset documents, sales contracts, and title/insurance contact information.
  • Provided accurate reporting of loan status for applicants, loan officers, and internal departments using multiple CRMs like Salesforce and Hubspot.
  • Entered and updated loan information in the Loan Origination System/ Empower; ordered and tracked appraisals, title work, homeowners insurance, tax transcripts, and equifax verifications (credit supplements, rental verifications).
  • Maintained a high level of expertise in Physician Loan Programs with proficient knowledge of Conventional and Government Loan Program guidelines, enabling tailored recommendations for clients based on their unique financial needs.
  • Drafted Pre-Approval letters, issued RESPA Disclosures, readied Truth-in-Lending Disclosures, and generated Closing Disclosures, delivering important information about loan APR and repayment terms.


Education

Master of Arts - Management And Leadership

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
07.2010

BBA - Business Management

Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN
05.2008

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Self motivation
  • Excellent communication
  • Accuracy & Efficiency
  • Loan evaluation
  • Caseload management
  • Organizational skills
  • Analytical thinking

Timeline

Underwriter

Ag Resource Management
07.2023 - Current

Mortgage Loan Officer Assistant

Truist Bank
10.2022 - 06.2023

Mortgage Loan Coordinator/Mortgage Loan Processor

Regions Mortgage
12.2012 - 10.2022

Master of Arts - Management And Leadership

Liberty University

BBA - Business Management

Austin Peay State University
Liza Thompson