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Job Description
Closer/Funder
HELP ME TAKE FAIRWAY AMERICA TO THE NEXT LEVEL!
"As President of Fairway America, I am looking for an experienced and dedicated loan Closer/Funder to prepare loan documents, coordinate closings, and assist with loan servicing related issues. ”
Matt Burk, President/CEO
At Fairway America, we are committed to our core values in order to aspire towards greatness :
- Act with Integrity
- Strive for Excellence
- People First
- Inspiring Goals and Visions
- Results Matter
- Empowering Each Other for Success
These values are alive at our company and we live them every day while pursuing our purpose of "Honorably doing worthwhile deals that create value, wealth, dignity and superior returns for all parties involved." If a deal is not worthwhile for everyone (our borrowers, investors, referral sources, and Fairway America), we'd rather not do it at all.
For the A-player looking for something special and who can answer "yes" to all of the following questions, this is the opportunity for you.
- Are you detail oriented by nature?
- Do you enjoy working with people?
- Do you have a good understanding of loan documents and how the closing process works?
- Are you seeking meaning and purpose in your career?
- Do you hate office politics as much as we do?
- Are you seeking an atmosphere of open and direct communication, clear and mutually established priorities and expectations, and a culture of accountability?
- Are you professional and results driven, and committed to win?
- Do you exceed people's expectations of you on a regular basis?
- Do you have a passion to succeed?
- Do you want to make a big mark on the success of our company that can be clearly seen by everyone?
If you answered "yes" to these questions, we want to meet you!
Our Company
Fairway America is a successful locally owned and privately funded commercial real estate lending and investment firm. Through a simplified and streamlined process, Fairway America provides financing solutions for people who are unable or unwilling to get financed by more traditional lending sources. Everyday, Fairway America helps borrowers solve difficult problems, meet pressing deadlines, or take advantage of excellent opportunities. While assisting these borrowers, we also enable our investors to earn above average returns they are unable to get elsewhere. As many brokers and lenders have gone out of business or are struggling mightily, our conservative lending approach has enabled us to weather this storm and positioned us to take advantage of unprecedented market opportunities while helping people who are otherwise unable to locate financing.
The Position
Fairway is seeking an exceptional Closer/Funder to be involved in all aspects of the loan closing and funding process from beginning to end.
Responsibilities
- Prepare loan documents and work with legal counsel on document review.
- Coordinate closings with borrowers, escrow, and funding sources.
- Work with Underwriter and Processor to clear closing conditions.
- Order and review insurance binders.
- Track insurance policies on existing loans.
- File and terminate UCC’s when needed.
- Organize closed loan servicing files.
- Maintain electronic data base for closed loan files.
- Follow up for recorded documents and title policies.
- Input new loans into database.
Qualifications
At Fairway America, your values, abilities, and demonstrable track record of success are more important than direct experience. That being said, an ideal candidate would have the following:
- 5+ years relevant experience in loan closing or processing preferably some commercial.
- Escrow, legal or insurance background a plus.
- Detail oriented.
- Ability to problem-solve and exercise independent judgment while displaying a high degree of initiative and accuracy.
- Demonstrated ability to organize & prioritize projects; complete multiple tasks on schedule.
- Ability to work productively under minimal supervision.
- Must be proficient in Excel, Word, and Microsoft Office. (Salesforce and TMO a plus).
- Strong work ethic and pro-active team player able to work effectively under sometimes stressful conditions.
Benefits
Fairway America is committed to maintaining a diverse, motivated, positive work environment full of great people who share, demonstrate, and live our core values. Take pride in working for a company that lives its core values, vision and mission/purpose and continually provides tangible value and benefit to its employees, brokers, borrowers and investors. Our benefits include:
- Excellent base salary
- Individual bonuses based on performance
- Company profit sharing participation (no waiting period)
- Medical & dental coverage
- Matching 401K plan
- Cafeteria plan (section 125 plan)
- Short term disability policy
- Company paid ongoing training and personal development
- Vacation, personal time off and company paid holidays
- Outstanding working environment
- Family friendly atmosphere and culture
- Working with other “A players” with a burning desire to win
Apply
If you feel you are an "A player", are up for our challenging, demanding, and rigorous hiring process, and would like to join a dynamic, growing company, please submit your cover letter and resume to start the application process. All candidates must complete the application process to be considered. Phone calls are not accepted.
