Surprisingly, many people really don’t understand what goes on
between the prequalify and the funding table. Here is a short
explanation of the process that your Loan Officer manages during each
transaction.
1. The Loan Officer (LO) originates the loan; he or she interviews the
client, chooses the proper product that hopefully meets the client’s
needs, gathers all the documentation necessary and then manages the
process from start to finish
2. The Processor packages the file and organizes the proper
documentation. For example: the appraisal, verifications of rent,
employment, assets, etc. Also, orders the prelim, or if need be; they
communicate with the LO to get further documentation that they may need
from the buyer. After all the documents are obtained, the Processor
forwards the file to the Underwriter.
3. The Underwriter is highly trained as to the guidelines allowed by
the banks and investors, they are tasked with reviewing each deal, and
essentially assuring the investors that all the information has been
provided, that the borrower is who they say they are and that they look
like they’ll be able to repay the loan. The Underwriter is the
magnifying glass and they are the final word.
4. Once all the conditions the underwriter has asked for have been
met, the doc department prepares the documents and forwards them to
Title.
5. Title gets the docs signed, makes sure all the legal rules are
met, authenticates everything and forwards the docs back to the funding
department for review.
6. The Funding department receives the signed docs, verifies that
everything is signed correctly and funds the loan to Title.
7. Title distributes the monies to the seller, the realtor, the loan
officer, the tax department, and the warrantee company.
8. Process complete! You can move in to your new HOME!
The LO really manages all these steps, making sure that everyone does
their job to meet a particular goal and or timeframe.