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Ashley DuCote

Lecompte,LA

Summary

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Real Estate Paralegal/Post Closing

Daniels & Floyd, LLC
09.2021 - Current
  • Preparing legal documents for Real Estate Closings
  • Preparing HUD's, CD's, Tittle Commitments, Closing Protections Letters
  • Working Closely with realtors for daily closings.
  • Working with banks/Lenders daily setting closing for Real Estate transactions
  • Review Articles to preparing Unanimous Consent, Resolutions
  • Preparing funds for closings
  • Preparing bank closings documents once received for closings
  • Reviewing abstracts
  • Reviewing and calculating taxes
  • Collecting Mortgage Payoffs
  • Preparing Cash Sales (Warranty Deeds)
  • Preparing Owner financing mortgages/promissory notes
  • Preparing Cancellations for judgments, mortgages, liens etc.
  • Prepared legal property descriptions for use in transactions.
  • Prepare Act of Correction, Act of Donation, Power of Attorneys, Act of Immobilization, Affidavits, Addendums, Affidavits of Death
  • Complete Limited Liability Company Formation
  • Prepare Title Policy and Title Opinions, Endorsements
  • Working with Clerk of Court Offices with the recording and filing of Legal Documents
  • Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
  • Organized contracts and closing documents for purchases.
  • Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of closing.
  • Managed high volume of incoming calls and emails daily.

Commercial Loan Processor

Red River Bank
01.2008 - 09.2021
  • Preparation of Letters of Credit
  • Preparation of Release of Collateral documents
  • Imputing of Loans to the Horizon System
  • Worked with customers in person and via telephone to answer questions, process transactions, and resolve issues.
  • Coordinated closing process with attorneys, title companies, and government clerks.
  • Provided quick turnaround times to maintain fast-past schedule.
  • Advised loan officers to comply with loan guidelines and apply best practices.
  • Assisted loan officers with origination and closing processes to fastrack procedures and promote teamwork.
  • Reviewed and validated details of loan applications and closing documentation.
  • Consulted with outside vendors to identify and resolve loan closing issues.
  • Collected and compiled paperwork such as title abstracts, insurance paperwork, loan files and tax histories.
  • Recording of Mortgages, Rents & Leases, UCC's
  • Working with Attorney's Offices for daily closings
  • Out of State Deeds
  • Reviewing of Appraisals
  • Working with Insurance Company's
  • Processing Loan Payments and Loan Tickets
  • Review of Articles, Operating Agreements, Resolutions
  • Processed loans within various departments to achieve timely, accurate, and fair proceedings.
  • Handled any conditions sent from underwriting departments.
  • Managed high volume of phone calls and emails daily.

Assistant Manager

Republic Finance
09.2002 - 01.2008
  • Managed high volume of phone calls and emails daily. Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Assembled important paperwork and disclosures for borrower.
  • Liaised with clients to guide through loan closing process and skillfully handle any concerns.
  • Supported loan processing by compiling applicant documentation such as credit reports, employment verifications, and financial history paperwork.
  • Contacted customers via mail, telephone and email to relay acceptance or rejection of applications.
  • Corroborated on-time payments and meeting of loan terms by assessing customer accounts.
  • Analyzed credit reports to assess risk and determine applicants' ability to repay loans.
  • Verified credit histories, personal references and employment backgrounds for each applicant.
  • Confirmed applicants met lender requirements to repay loans by reviewing applications to determine eligibility.
  • Prepared loan documents and explained terms to clarify loan conditions and requirements with applicants.
  • Calculated debt-to-income ratios to determine maximum loan amounts and avoid overextending applicants.
  • Interviewed loan applicants to obtain personal and financial data to assist in completing applications.
  • Provided professional advice on loan applications by interviewing applicants, reviewing applications and verifying information gathered.
  • Collected and compiled paperwork such as title abstracts, insurance paperwork, loan files and tax histories.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Communicated with customers daily to request information and complete paperwork.
  • Performed soft collections for customers on credit hold or past due and handled cash.
  • Oversaw monthly collections and maintained high payment rates by building positive relationships with clients.
  • Managed high volume of phone calls and emails daily.

Accounts Payable and Receivable Specialist

Handyman Lumber & Supply
05.2001 - 09.2002
  • Managed high volume of phone calls and emails daily. Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
  • Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
  • Strengthened financial operations by conducting bank reconciliations and financial reporting.
  • Inspected account books and recorded transactions.
  • Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
  • Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
  • Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
  • Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
  • Verified timekeeping records and handled any discrepancies with employees.
  • Maintained employee confidence and protected payroll operations by keeping information confidential.
  • Managed high volume of phone calls and emails daily.

Education

High School -

Forest Hill Academy
Forest Hill, La
05.2001

Skills

  • Service excellence
  • Effective communication
  • Effective time management
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word
  • Expertise in Laser Pro System
  • Workplace organization
  • Document proofreading
  • Demonstrate organizational skills
  • Dependable performance
  • Strong verbal communication
  • Effective decision making
  • Commitment to professional standards
  • Upholding client privacy standards
  • Experience with CSPI Aurora systems
  • Horizon system management
  • Pro-form Standard System expertise
  • Proficient in managing multiple tasks
  • Professional phone communication

Timeline

Real Estate Paralegal/Post Closing

Daniels & Floyd, LLC
09.2021 - Current

Commercial Loan Processor

Red River Bank
01.2008 - 09.2021

Assistant Manager

Republic Finance
09.2002 - 01.2008

Accounts Payable and Receivable Specialist

Handyman Lumber & Supply
05.2001 - 09.2002

High School -

Forest Hill Academy

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