Escrow/Curative/Mortgage/HUD/HOA/Real Estate - (Springfield, IL)

Position: Escrow Assistant III Location: Springfield, IL Duration: 4 mons Pay level: $19.65/hr Position description: Essential Duties and Responsibilities: seven - 10+ years background required; Escrow Officer background is a plus. Prior to Closing: Order payoffs and final utilities for files; verify payoffs match title commitments. Handle all file qualifications prior to closing, including but not limited to liens, judgments, and bankruptcy qualifications Obtain most past and present tax details; ensure current taxes have not been paid. Order and follow-up on HOA letters, bylaws, financials, and irrigation. Obtain commission info 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.