The Role
This position is responsible for making decisions by assessing and processing modifications to keep the loan performing, the homeowner in their home and to prevent the costs and risks associated with a foreclosure.This position impacts the ability to satisfy investor audits while ensuring compliance with insurers and meeting regulatory requirements.This role is critical to MCAP’s report card in the save category from the Mortgage Insurers.This position will have direct contact with the homeowner, insurer, Realtor, property manager and appraiser.
Review the loan
- File is referred from Collections when a special payment arrangement is not sufficient to resolve the arrears Review the details and reason for default
- Review the policies / procedures for the Lender and mortgage insurer if applicable
- Assess if a loan restructure or payment assistance is viable
Collect the data
Call to the homeowner to collect additional informationPerform in-depth and sensitive probing and investigating to understand the needs of thehomeowner while being sensitive to thehomeowner and their situationObtain a credit bureau, a current market valuation of the property and a title searchPrepare an analysis worksheet to assess the dataReview Data for Restructure Solutions
Verify information on analysis worksheet and with credit bureau to ensure accuracyVerify information to ensure it meets MCAP, lender / investor and insurer guidelinesAdjudicate information received and address any discrepancies or inconsistenciesDocument and accurately update the system to support the recommendation for approvalDocument the conditions required for approvalEvaluate possible solutions based on an understanding of the information gatheredAble to think outside the box to discern when exceptions are requiredHomeowner Contact
Respond to questions or concerns with intent to build trust via phone, email, faxEnsure solutions meet the needs of thehomeowner and provide all options to assist in making an informed decisionNegotiate in the best interest of MCAP, the Lender / Investor, the Insurer and thehomeownerRecommend approval
Prepare analysis and recommendation to manager for approval and / or decline if outside Loan Restructure Specialist’s authorityPrepare analysis and recommendation to mortgage insurer if over Lender’s authority limitPrepare analysis and recommendation to Lender if outside of MCAP’s authority limitProcess the Loan Restructure
Post entries to capitalize interest, re-amortize the loan, re-calculate the principal and interest portions in a timely and accurate mannerSet-up loan restructure fee for collection from homeownerSend out letter to homeowner outlining changes to loan and include new amortization scheduleDocument “Loan Restructure” solution in appropriate Mortgage Servicing system(s)Track approvals / declines
Track the data and type of loan restructure to determine if solution provided was successful in preventing the loan from being referred for legal action and the overall performance of the teamTeam Collaboration
Assist and educate team members on restructure optionsCommunicate to manager any knowledge or suggestion to aid in the continuous improvement of the businessUpdate business procedures to meet changing requirementsWhat You Bring To The Team
Knowledge of mortgage default and collection experienceKnowledge of MCAP, Lender and mortgage insurer default policies & proceduresUnderstands credit reports and real estate valuations to assess appropriate solution for borrower3 years' experience in the Residential Mortgage industryUnderwriting experience is an assetExcellent oral and written communication skillsExcellent organizational and time-management skillsAbility to multi-task in a fast paced environmentStrong analytical and problem solving skillsProven ability to foster relationshipsStrong customer service skills.Self-driven, motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team environmentCarries out duties with integrity and takes responsibility for actions.Proven track record of being a self-starter and self-motivatedMust be flexible and approachableSound decision making ability and results orientedDetail oriented with ability to see the “big picture”Strong work ethic, reliable, dependableAbility to work with limited supervisionAbility to think outside the boxProficient in MS Office applications (excel, Word)Bilingual French and English is required for this role