Collateral Appraiser conducts commercial real estate appraisals and property ratings to establish the market value generally used for investment guidance, lending, insurance, or other purposes. Follows standard processes for conducting and documenting on-site property inspections. Being an Collateral Appraiser performs data collection and research on building permits, prior assessments, and relevant market and economic conditions that impact property value. Reviews building plans and specifications and investigates the quality of the construction, the overall condition of the property, and the surrounding location. Additionally, Collateral Appraiser uses generally accepted appraisal practice concepts and practices to perform data analysis, develop valuation estimates, and write comprehensive reports and exhibits. Utilizes appraisal software tools and databases. Ensures that reports comply with required policies, formats, and regulations. May require a bachelor's degree. May require the Member of the Appraisal Institute (MAI) or similar designation. Requires a State Appraiser License. Typically reports to a manager. The Collateral Appraiser occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be an Collateral Appraiser typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Job Title: Collateral Analyst
Location: Westport, CT
Lendmarq is actively
seeking a Collateral Analyst to join our dynamic team in Westport, CT.
As
a Collateral Analyst, your ability to prioritize, stay organized and communicate
effectively will be critical to this function and the Company’s growth. Primary
responsibilities include efficiently tracking and storing incoming loan
packages followed by shipment to the appropriate custodian.
Work
Location:
The
candidate must reside within a commutable range of our Westport, CT office or
be planning to relocate before starting work. (Required)
Our
standard working hours are Monday – Friday 8:30 AM - 6:30PM.
Essential
Functions:
· Receive
physical legal documentation for real estate loans to office from loan
closings.
· Organize
received legal documents and update the system as appropriate to identify
receipt and review of documents, using checklists.
· Update
the system to ensure accurate tracking of all legal documents.
· Follow
up with settlement agents / title companies on missing documents.
· Coordinate with Head of Loan
Trading to provide information regarding documents.
· Follow up and track trailing
documents and update the system as appropriate.
· Notarize document signatures as
necessary.
· Assist with system updates as
necessary to ensure proper organization of information.
· Maintain an orderly and
comprehensive file system that can be reported on to stakeholders.
· Prepare documentation and
process maps on collateral process and management for use in company reporting
and presentations.
· Prepare
various Assignment of Mortgages, Allonges and related documents for
stakeholders.
· Prepare loan package/s prior to
shipment to custodians.
· Scan prepared final loan
package/s and complete shipment to proper custodians.
· Record documents and manage UCC
filings and releases.
· Maintain a professional image
and standards consistent with company policies and procedures.
· Responsible for a high level of
confidentiality and security while handling personal information; verbal and/or
written documentation.
· Assist leadership by performing
other duties as assigned.
· Communicate clearly.
Experience and Training
· Paralegal
or real estate experience with functional understanding of real estate loan
documents.
· MS
Office Tools and Microsoft Excel
· Meticulous
organization skills, attention to details
· Communication
skills to coordinate with stakeholders regarding collateral status
· Flexibility
to adapt to peak periods of heavy workload and pressure
Benefits:
· Health Insurance
· 401(k) Plan
· Employee Assistance Program
· Life Insurance
· Paid Time Off
· Optional Health Savings Account &
Flexible Spending Account
Who
We Are:
Lendmarq is a specialty
real estate lender providing bridge and term loan products to residential real
estate investors throughout the country. Lendmarq is headquartered in Miami, FL
and is a direct private lender for Real Estate professionals, with additional offices
in Westport, CT, and NYC. Lendmarq specializes in providing business-purpose
mortgage loans for non-owner-occupied investment properties. We offer fix/flip bridge loans and long-term
rental financing. Lendmarq is neither a
broker nor a bank, but a fully funded lending partner. Lendmarq and its affiliates have extensive
real estate experience and are known for their best-in-class service, and
ability to execute.
Note:
Competitive compensation congruent with experience.
Lendmarq is an
equal opportunity employer