Title Curative Specialist

At Newrez, we bring big thinkers and caring doers together to make home happen. We’re a team built on heart and hustle, united by a commitment to show up for our customers, our communities, and each other. We believe that when our people thrive, homeowners thrive - and that’s why we invest in your growth, wellbeing, and ability to make an impact.

Every day, we work to exceed the expectations of our residential mortgage borrowers and business partners through superior service, simple processes, and clear communication. We do this by empowering our employees, encouraging innovative solutions and recognizing great performance.

The Title Curative Specialist - Avenue is responsible for serving as a liaison between internal teams, loan officers, borrowers, and external partners to resolve title-related issues and ensure the successful issuance of title policies. This role reviews title documentation, investigates and clears curative issues, and collaborates with underwriting and outsource partners to prepare title commitments in compliance with regulatory and company requirements.

• Title Review & Curative Resolution

• Act as a liaison between the Company, loan officers/processors, lienholders, agents, borrowers/buyers, and sellers.
• Review title search materials for vesting, legal descriptions, liens, judgments, and other exceptions requiring resolution.
• Investigate, research, and resolve title commitment issues in preparation for closing.
• Make updates and revisions to title commitments upon request.

• Underwriting & Compliance Support

• Work closely with underwriting to clear complex title issues and obtain over-the-limit liability approvals.
• Assist with subordinations, payoffs, HOA matters, and other title-related requirements.
• Ensure all title documentation complies with industry regulations and company policies.

• Vendor & Partner Coordination

• Collaborate with outsource partners to prepare and quality-control title commitments prior to delivery.
• Monitor accuracy and completeness of commitments prepared by third parties.

• Deeds, Fees & Recording Preparation

• Order deeds and verify applicable transfer fees.
• Confirm transfer tax and mortgage tax requirements associated with deeds to be recorded.
• Add required fees to the CD/ALTA as applicable.

• Communication & Projects

• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external customers to ensure timely issue resolution.
• Assist with curative-related projects as needed.

• Ability to effectively and accurately convey information to others.
• Performs related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5+ years of title, mortgage, or curative experience preferred.
• 2+ years of curative, REO, foreclosure, or purchase title experience preferred.
• Excellent oral communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and maintain a positive, customer-focused attitude.
• Ability to work independently and complete assignments within established procedures.
• Working knowledge of Windows-based systems, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and internet applications.

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong clerical and computer aptitude.
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Working on-site at assigned office location.
• Regular and punctual attendance adhering to schedule established by leadership.
• Sedentary work in a stationary position at a cubicle for prolonged periods of time.
• Constant repetitive motions required for operating a computer, such as typing and managing phone calls.
• Constantly communicating effectively verbally in English, including accurately exchanging information with others following identification of correct procedures.
• Light lifting: 20–25 lbs.
• Light carrying: 10–25 lbs.

Additional Information:

While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position’s requirements, it in no way implies/states that these are the only job responsibilities. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and request other duties, as necessary.

All employees are required to have smart phones that meet Company security standards with the ability to install apps such as Microsoft Authenticator. Employment will be contingent on this requirement.

Why Newrez

We’re a great place to work because we invest in what matters: your career, your community, your wellbeing, and your future. Our total rewards package is designed to support your whole self.

Company Benefits:

We offer benefits, programs, and perks that support you in every aspect of your life.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Health Savings Account with employer contribution

• 401(k) Retirement plan with employer match

• Paid Maternity Leave/Parental Bonding Leave/Caregiver Leave

• Adoption Assistance

• Tuition & Certification reimbursement

• Employee Mortgage Loan Program

• The Newrez Employee Emergency and Disaster Fund is a program to support our team members experiencing hardships

Newrez NOW:

Through Newrez NOW, our Corporate Social Responsibility program, you’ll have opportunities to give back, lead, and make a difference.

• 1 company-paid Volunteer Time Off day (with over 40,000 volunteer hours contributed since our inception)

• Matching Gifts Program - dollar-for-dollar up to $1,000

• Access to grants, nonprofit resources, and volunteer opportunities

• More than $6,000,000 donated since 2020

• 1 in 5 employees participates in at least one Employee Resource Group (ERG)
  

Equal Employment Opportunity 

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer- and celebrate our employees' differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. Different makes us better.

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