Loan Originator

About the role

At Vanderbilt Mortgage, we believe homeownership makes lives better. For over 50 years, we’ve been committed to making homeownership more attainable for families across the country by providing mortgage solutions that unlock the freedom of home. As a national housing lender, we specialize in financing new and pre-owned manufactured and modular homes. With a diverse range of loan products, a reputation for world-class customer service and a coast-to-coast presence, Vanderbilt continues to be a leader in the industry. Our strength is our people—which is why we prioritize investing in our Team Members through opportunities for growth, a healthy work-life balance, and meaningful recognition of their contributions. Whether just starting out or bringing years of experience, Vanderbilt empowers our Team Members with the tools and training to build a successful career and reach their full potential.

The Loan Originator guides customers through the loan process from start to finish, as well as deciding if the loan is approved. This role reports to the Loan Originations Supervisor and guides clients through the application process, provides information about available loan products, verifies eligibility for loans, and helps clients understand their options. The Loan Originator position evaluates loan applications, verifies applicant information, and ensures compliance with lending regulations and internal policies. This role creates and fosters relationships to build trust and rapport while providing an excellent customer experience.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates the lending process by assisting new and returning clients with loan applications, obtaining personal and financial information, describing types of loans, ensuring all documentation is complete and accurate, and coordinating with various stakeholders to expedite loan approvals.
• Helps determine appropriate loan products for individual home buyers; obtains leads through Retail Home Centers.
• Presents or communicates credit terms for the purpose of negotiating prospective credit approvals required as part of the loan process.
• Ensures timely and efficient processing of credit applications and communication to individual Home Centers.
• Evaluates applicant financial information, including income, assets, liabilities, and credit history, to determine loan eligibility and risk level.
• Makes mortgage loan application decisions based on borrower qualifications, creditworthiness, and adherence to lending guidelines; communicates decisions with applicants; approves loans up to $175k for home only or $275k for land and home.
• Ensures compliance with lending regulations, internal policies, regulatory standards, and industry best practices throughout the loan origination process.
• Maintains organized records of loan applications, correspondence, and related documentation.
• Identifies and mitigates potential risks associated with loan applications, such as fraud, misrepresentation, or inadequate collateral.
• Communicates effectively with clients, loan officers, underwriters, and other stakeholders to coordinate loan processing and