M/I Homes has been building new homes of outstanding quality and superior design for more than 40 years. Founded in 1976 by Irving and Melvin Schottenstein and guided by Irving’s drive to always “treat the customer right,” we have fulfilled the dreams of over 140,000 homeowners and grown to become one of the nation’s leading homebuilders. M/I Homes started as a family business and grew into a national leader in a single generation with divisions in 17 markets, including Austin, Charlotte, Chicago, Cincinnati, Columbus, Dallas, Detroit, Fort Myers/Naples, Houston, Indianapolis, Minneapolis, Nashville, Orlando, Raleigh, San Antonio, Sarasota, and Tampa.

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will possess extensive experience and thorough hands-on knowledge of mortgage lending policies, regulations and underwriting fundamentals. This is an excellent opportunity for an existing branch manager, loan officer or senior loan processor ready to move into a management position. Under the guidance of the regional manager, possesses the overall accountability and responsibility for the daily operations of a given branch. Directs and coordinates daily operations to ensure timely, accurate information and competitive loan financing programs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Monitors the capture rate and ensures aggressive follow-up on potential outside loans Monitors program usage and profit margins for the branch Makes recommendations to regional manager regarding needed loan programs Attends starts, sales and backlog meetings with the builder Attends builder events as requested. Determines, coordinates and monitors branch and subordinate work procedures and activities, oversees loan processing procedures and progress, counsel’s subordinates on difficult loans and expedites loan closings to ensure timely and efficient branch operations. Directly supervises large volume of work and staff of assigned branch through leadership and guidance operating activities. Communicates information to subordinates and sales staff on current mortgage rates for available loan programs to assist the home buyer with financing needs Originates and maintains a loan pipeline Partners with new home sales personnel to initiate contact with purchasers in completing loan application and collecting supporting documentation to support loan approval. Prepares and communicates initial Loan Estimate. Prequalifies potential borrowers as needed. Oversees all customer loan price negotiations. Manages the overall loan transaction by communicating with applicant(s), processors, underwriters and/or creditors to resolve questions regarding application information. Oversees timely scheduling of loan closing to meet home builder and borrower needs. Maintains an active NMLS and Florida Mortgage Loan Originator License (or is able to obtain one). This is an ONSITE position located in Ft. Myers, Florida.  This position DOES NOT offer opportunities for Hybrid or Remote work. Ability to travel to Builder Communities within the Home Builder Division.