Job Description
The HELOC Mortgage Closer is responsible for the accurate and timely preparation, coordination, and execution of all closing documents for Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOCs). This role serves as the primary point of contact between borrowers, title companies, attorneys, and internal teams during the final stage of the loan lifecycle — ensuring every transaction closes in full compliance with federal, state, and investor guidelines. The candidate must be comfortable in new department start up.
Primary Job Duties:
- Prepare, review, and deliver accurate HELOC closing packages, including the Closing Disclosure (CD), Note, Deed of Trust/Mortgage, and all required disclosures
- Coordinate closing dates and times with borrowers, settlement agents, title companies, and notaries
- Verify loan data integrity in the MeridianLink LOS (Loan Origination System) against approved loan conditions prior to closing
- Ensure all pre-closing/post-closing conditions are satisfied and documented before disbursement
- Calculate per diem interest, initial draw amounts, and fee figures; confirm accuracy of all closing costs
- Manage the three-day rescission period per Regulation Z/TILA requirements
- Fund loans upon receipt of executed documents and satisfaction of post-closing conditions
- Coordinate with post-closing and recording teams to ensure timely submission of documents
- Respond promptly to closing-related inquiries from borrowers, loan officers, and settlement agents
- Maintain closing pipeline reports and meet daily/weekly closing volume targets
- Identify and escalate title issues, fraud indicators, or compliance exceptions