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D.R. Horton, Inc
Escrow Assistant
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An Escrow Officer assists in the variety of tasks that are necessary to the completion of property transactions, from the position of neutral third party. Performs tasks that include preparing escrow instructions, holding and disbursing funds, preparing title documents and obtaining parties' signatures on paperwork.
$52,921 / year median in Texas
-6% projected decline
Job Description
Escrow Assistant - 2604334 Description D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S. , was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information. D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Escrow Assistant for their Financial Services Escrow Branch. The right candidate will be responsible for the timely preparation of all escrow files and ordering all information necessary for the closing of escrow transactions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Ability to perform all tasks of the Escrow Receptionist Prepare and send opening letters and "thank you" acknowledgements to all parties Order title commitments and distribute to all parties Order and update payoff/assumption statements as requested Prepare receipts for all funds received from Customers and/or lenders Order wire transfers and provide wiring instruction Clear title requirements Prepare loan packages for return to lender Prepare simple cash and seller carryback pre-audits Assist branch manager with administrative tasks as requested Open refinance orders Receive builder report, order survey, contact the lender, obtain hazard insurance, enter basic order information on automated system, obtain HOA information, schedule and coordinate times for closings Prepare copies for disbursement and closing transmittals Assist Closer/Escrow Officer with final policy disbursement, as directed Monitor termite inspection requests and other required inspection information On a limited basis, answer Customers' questions and/or telephone calls concerning the administrative process of the parties' transactions; and answer real estate agents' questions and/or telephone calls concerning the status of their pending files Cancel files according to office procedure In addition to the above duties, the escrow assistant may have post closing job responsibilities: Assist with pre-closing files: Assure that all information is accurate and matches the original Purchase Contract, e.g. zip codes, property address, spelling of names, marital status of buyers, reading Surveys for encroachments, if any, etc.