Mortgage Underwriter in Lansing, MI

Mortgage Underwriter Job Description

Candidates for mortgage underwriter positions should possess strong communication, analytical, organizational and problem-solving abilities. Lending institutions generally seek mortgage underwriters who have at least two years of experience. Most require a bachelor’s degree.

Typical mortgage underwriter duties:

Evaluating creditworthiness of customers

Assessing whether information on loan documents meets financial institution and/or government standards

Approving or declining loans within the institution’s credit policy guidelines

Interacting with mortgage lenders to develop alternatives or exceptions on marginal loans

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Data Processing

Automated Underwriting System

Microsoft Excel

Spreadsheets

Microsoft Word

Underwriting

Loan Administration

Mortgage Banking

Loan Origination

Review

Salary for Mortgage Underwriter in Lansing, MI

50788 - 82025

25th percentile

50788

New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than casual instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties

50th percentile

62688

Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; very comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role

75th percentile

82025

Value to the organization goes far beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable consistent contribution in unique ways; ready for next career level when available

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50th percentile

75th percentile

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62688

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Banking Operations Specialist, 3-5 Years' Experience

41438

50363

59925

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34213

42713

49725

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31663

37825

47813

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27625

31875

38463

Mortgage Processor

26988

33788

45688

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