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Mortgage Underwriter III Salaries in Halifax, NS

• What is the average Mortgage Underwriter III salary for Halifax, NS?
  How much does a Mortgage Underwriter III in Halifax, NS make? The median annual Mortgage Underwriter III salary in Halifax, NS is C$89,574, as of September 23, 2026, with a range usually between C$80,556-C$98,345 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title Mortgage Underwriter III may vary depending on a number of factors including industry, company size, location, years of experience and level of education. Our team of Certified Compensation Professionals has analyzed survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at companies of all sizes and industries to present this range of annual salaries for people with the job title Mortgage Underwriter III in Halifax, NS.

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  This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Mortgage Underwriter III in Halifax, NS that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of Mortgage Underwriter III in Halifax, NS are expected to make less than the median.
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• Job Description for Mortgage Underwriter III
  Evaluates the risk of mortgage loan applications against the firm's objectives and borrowing guidelines using analysis and assessment of creditworthiness criteria. Reviews the applicant's financial status, documents, data, and property appraisal. Calculates LTV ratio (loan to value) to define the loan program eligibility, down payment, interest rate, repayment terms, and allowed loan amounts. Makes approval, rejection, or modification decisions based on underwriting guidelines and established approval limits. Complies with all federal regulations, state laws, and internal policies related to mortgage lending. Escalates non-conforming loans that require approval review using an exception process. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Typically requires 4-7 years of related experience. View full job description

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• Categories that include Mortgage Underwriter III
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