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Sandeep Gupta

Mumbai

Summary

  • US Mortgage Underwriting professional with over 10 years of experience in live underwriting, quality control, and automation. Expertise in managing end-to-end underwriting processes for Conventional, Confirming, and HELOC loans, ensuring adherence to FNMA/FHLMC guidelines and client requirements. Recognized for effective collaboration with Loan Officers and Processors, along with a strong track record in mentoring and implementing process improvements.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Underwriter

Better Mortgage
Mumbai
01.2025 - Current

Manage live underwriting files for Confirming and HELOC loans, including DU/LP analysis and counteroffers.

Execute end-to-end underwriting activities, encompassing loan setup and issuance of initial conditions.

Serve as primary contact for Loan Officers and Processors, delivering timely clarifications and guidance.

Underwriting Quality Specialist

Quatrro Mortgage Solutions
Mumbai
10.2023 - 01.2025

Conducted internal audits of underwritten files based on loan severity criteria.

Reviewed all 4C's of underwriting in accordance with program requirements.

Validated AUS findings against LOS and loan file documentation for accuracy.

Documented and communicated reasons for loan approvals or rejections effectively.

Senior QC Underwriter

Better Mortgage
Mumbai
07.2021 - 12.2022

Conducted audits and underwriting for files based on loan severity criteria.

Reviewed all 4C's of underwriting in accordance with loan program requirements.

Verified accuracy of AUS findings against LOS and loan file documentation.

Identified potential fraud, red flags, and errors within loan files.

Communicated deficiencies in loan files to onshore personnel for necessary remediation.

Performed comprehensive appraisal reviews aligned with program and AUS standards.

Live Underwriter

First Source Solutions
Mumbai
10.2019 - 07.2021

Approved loans up to $500K as a final underwriter with sign-off authority.

Certified to manage underwriting complexities while addressing all 4 C's.

Executed live file reviews, including DU/LP underwriting and counter offers.

Presented exceptions to bank management, highlighting compensating factors.

Managed loan setup in software, issuing CLA/NOI until final approval.

Clarified queries from loan officers and processors to enhance workflow efficiency.

Trained and mentored five associates on underwriting principles and the 4 C's.

QC Underwriter

OCWEN Financial Solutions
Pune
08.2016 - 06.2019

Trained over 15 individuals on underwriting profiles.

Analyzed loan risk prior to approval from onshore underwriters.

Reviewed completeness and accuracy of documents related to credit, borrower profile, liabilities, and income.

Senior Process Associate

Tata Consultancy Services
Delhi
07.2015 - 05.2016
  • Reviewed accuracy and completeness of documents related to credit and borrower profiles.
    Analyzed debt-to-income (DTI) and loan-to-value (LTV) ratios for mortgage applications.
    Examined verification documentation and third-party vendor files in loan submissions.
    Assessed risks associated with loan approvals to determine purchase feasibility.

HAMP Underwriter

OCWEN Financial Solutions
Mumbai
03.2014 - 04.2015
  • HAMP Modification Underwriting

Process Associate

Tata Consultancy Services (CGSL)
Mumbai
11.2007 - 02.2014
  • Semi-Technical Process
  • Admin work.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce

Dr Ambedkar College Of Commerce And Economics
Mumbai
06-2007

Skills

  • US mortgage underwriting (conventional, confirming, HELOC)
  • Credit analysis and risk assessment
  • DU/LP analysis
  • Counteroffer negotiation
  • FNMA/FHLMC guidelines compliance
  • Quality control and root cause analysis
  • Process automation
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Team mentoring and training

Additional Interest


Reading books across multiple genres

Share market analysis

Playing chess and carrom

Timeline

Senior Underwriter

Better Mortgage
01.2025 - Current

Underwriting Quality Specialist

Quatrro Mortgage Solutions
10.2023 - 01.2025

Senior QC Underwriter

Better Mortgage
07.2021 - 12.2022

Live Underwriter

First Source Solutions
10.2019 - 07.2021

QC Underwriter

OCWEN Financial Solutions
08.2016 - 06.2019

Senior Process Associate

Tata Consultancy Services
07.2015 - 05.2016

HAMP Underwriter

OCWEN Financial Solutions
03.2014 - 04.2015

Process Associate

Tata Consultancy Services (CGSL)
11.2007 - 02.2014

Bachelor of Commerce

Dr Ambedkar College Of Commerce And Economics
Sandeep Gupta