Escrow Officer jobs in Hawaii

Company Description

For more than 90 years, Better Homes and Gardens has been the leader in everything related to the home. As part of Realogy Holdings Corporation, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate balances the future of innovation and the tradition of home via our growing network of affiliated real estate agents and brokers. We're guided by our core values - passion, authenticity, inclusion, growth and excellence (PAIGE), and pride ourselves on remaining a beacon of professionalism.

The Better Homes & Gardens brand is deeply embedded in American culture. The brand has served as an inspiration for all matters relating to the home for decades. Today it remains a well-respected, trusted source to guide consumers, young and old, in making a house feel like their home. Add to that our innovative technology and it’s clear to see how affiliated agents and brokers remain relevant before, during and after the real estate transaction.

Job Description

For our ever-expanding staff, we are now looking for someone with escrow officer expertise. You will be expected to interact with sellers, buyers, and lending organizations while also looking through trust deeds and mortgages in this position. To ensure everything is in order and prepared for finalizing a sale, you will also be required to supervise ownership records and get property drawings from assessors.

Responsibilities

• Communicating with sellers, buyers, and lending institutions
• Transferring and holding funds
• Verifying documents and land ownership accuracy
• Preparing closing report and finalizing transactions
• Examining mortgages and trust deeds
• Summarizing search activity documents and reviewing them
• Obtaining reports and property drawings from assessors and surveyors
• Overseeing ownership documents and verifying property titles

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Escrow certification
• Previous work experience
• Great decision-making skills
• Excellent communication skills
• In-depth knowledge of legal codes, executive orders, and court procedures

Additional Information

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Advantage Realty is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.