Escrow Assistant
3612 Highland Avenue Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 US
Job Description
- Order payoffs and final utilities for files; verify payoffs match title commitments.
- Handle all file requirements before closing, including but not limited to liens, judgments, and bankruptcy requirements
- Obtain most past and present tax information; ensure current taxes have not been paid.
- Order and follow up on HOA letters, bylaws, financials, and irrigation.
- Obtain commission information on the real estate agents involved in the transaction.
- Disburse files and verify receipt and accuracy of wires.
- Prepare Power of Attorneys and Quit Claim Deeds when necessary.
- Maintain communication with the Escrow Officer regarding status of the file.
- Handle walk-ins or phone calls when Escrow Officer is unavailable.
- Help other assistants and fill in as receptionist as needed.
Closing
- Assist with entering figures from lender.
- Assist with printing documents for closing.
- Print checks for closing.
- Assist with faxing figures to lenders/Realtors.
After Closing
- Clean out file for shipping of loan package, recordings, follow-up on any money held in escrow, etc.
- Prepare closed-out files for scanning.
Position Comments:
Job Type: Contract to Hire
RBJ Software branch closed 25-30 files
Meet Your Recruiter
Veschion McDonald
Business Development - Banking & Finance
Veschion Mcdonald joins Marquee with 15 years of experience in the staffing and recruitment industry. She has held various positions, including Regional, Branch, and National Business Development Manager. Veschion specializes in banking, engineering, credit unions, escrow, and title, bringing a strong understanding of these industries to her role.
Her commitment to the staffing industry is evident in her hands-on approach, ensuring she understands every aspect of branch office operations. Although she initially started her career in law, at UCLA, an excellent opportunity in the staffing industry led her to discover her true niche.
When Veschion is not working, she enjoys the coastal lifestyle. Living near Downtown Long Beach, she loves taking evening strolls with her fiancé and jogging by the coast.