Angelo Falto
@angelofalto
Proven Mortgage Loan Officer with 20+ years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned Mortgage Loan Officer and U.S. Air Force Veteran with over 20 years of experience in loan origination, operational oversight, and team leadership. My expertise spans across various loan products, including Conventional, Government, Jumbo, Non-QM, and Commercial loans. I have a proven track record of improving loan closing ratios to over 70% and consistently exceeding funding goals, having individually funded more than $5 million in loans.
Throughout my career, I have led high-performing teams and navigated complex compliance and audit processes while fostering trust with clients through exceptional service. My experience includes roles in both startup and established mortgage platforms, where I have successfully managed pipelines, trained junior originators, and implemented innovative solutions to enhance workflow efficiency. I hold an active Texas Mortgage License and am committed to delivering excellence in every aspect of my work.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Mortgage Loan Officer
Closing WTF
Apr 2025 - Jul 2025 (3 months)
Supported a startup lending platform by conducting second-opinion Loan Estimate reviews for rate shoppers. The project was ultimately halted due to a lack of continued funding.
Mortgage Advisor
LoanWorks
Jul 2024 - Apr 2025 (9 months)
Beta-tested AI-based mortgage origination tools, focusing on process automation and workflow improvement. This involved evaluating new technologies to streamline lending operations.
Loan Advisor, Founders Group
SNB Bank / Direct Wholesale Rates
May 2023 - Nov 2023 (6 months)
Originated Agency and Non-Agency loans within a high-volume call center environment. Responsibilities included pre-qualifying applicants, reviewing financial documents, and preparing comprehensive submissions for processing and underwriting.
Senior Mortgage Loan Officer
Various Lending Institutions
Jan 2009 - Dec 2022 (13 years 11 months)
Consistently ranked in the top 5% for loan volume and compliance, personally funding over 35 loans and $5M+ in volume while leading teams. Achieved a 94%+ customer satisfaction rate and maintained clean FHA/VA audit results.
Team Lead, Mortgage Loan Officer
Animo Mortgage
May 2022 - Nov 2022 (6 months)
Managed a diverse pipeline of Agency, Non-QM, and Commercial loans within a dynamic call center setting. Ensured compliance, meticulously reviewed loan packages, and provided training support to junior originators.
Mortgage Broker / Banker
Francis Colonial Mortgage
Feb 2019 - May 2022 (3 years 3 months)
Originated and successfully closed a wide range of loan products, including Conventional, Government, Jumbo, Reverse, and Commercial loans. Managed the entire pipeline and submission process through underwriting, audit, and post-closing stages.
Senior Loan Specialist
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
Jan 2018 - Jan 2019 (1 year)
Underwrote home and business disaster loans up to $720,000, ensuring adherence to federal guidelines. Assessed applicant eligibility, collateral, and repayment capacity through thorough documentation review.
Producing Sales Mortgage Manager
Highland Capital Lending
Jan 2006 - Dec 2009 (3 years 11 months)
Managed call center originations for both home purchase and refinance loans, overseeing the entire processing cycle from application to closing. Directed operations for Conventional, Government, Jumbo, and Reverse mortgage products.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Community College of the Air Force
Associate of Applied Science, unknown
Completed an Associate of Applied Science degree.
San Antonio College
unknown, unknown
Studied at San Antonio College.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
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