Michelle Juffe
@michellejuffe
Experienced underwriting manager with a focus on mortgage industry success.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-oriented professional with extensive experience in the mortgage industry, specializing in underwriting and team management. My career has been marked by a proven track record of increasing revenue, enhancing customer satisfaction, and improving operational efficiency. I have successfully led teams of underwriters, ensuring they are well-trained in various loan products, including VA, FHA, and Non QM loans.
Throughout my career, I have held key leadership positions, such as Vice President of Underwriting and Regional Underwriting Director, where I was responsible for maintaining quality standards and compliance across multiple channels. My commitment to excellence has been recognized through various accomplishments, including exceeding revenue goals and maintaining high-quality metrics. I thrive in environments that challenge me to develop innovative solutions and foster strong relationships with clients and colleagues alike.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Vice President Underwriting
LoanHouse TPO
Apr 2025 - Jun 2025 (2 months)
Managed underwriting teams to ensure all loans met specific guidelines across multiple channels and maintained quality standards. Provided training on various loan products, including Non QM, and collaborated with quality control and compliance to rectify errors.
Senior Lead Underwriting Manager-East Coast
Power TPO DBA Lower, LLC
Feb 2025 - Mar 2025 (1 month)
Led the East Coast underwriting operations, specializing in VA, FHA, and Non QM loan types while ensuring adherence to quality standards and investor guidelines. Maintained LAPP/SAR and Chums certifications by actively underwriting and submitting loans to the appropriate agencies.
Regional Underwriting Director
LoanDepot
Apr 2024 - Jan 2025 (9 months)
Directed regional underwriting teams, ensuring all loans met agency and investor quality standards across multiple channels. Provided comprehensive training on various loan products, including bond and Non QM, and collaborated with quality control and compliance to resolve discrepancies.
Underwriting Lead Manager East Coast
Mega Capital Funding
Jan 2023 - Apr 2024 (1 year 3 months)
Managed a high-volume pipeline of 150 loans monthly, underwriting 8 loans daily across FHA, VA, conventional, Non QM, and Jumbo categories. Collaborated with senior management to secure Ginnie Mae approval and trained staff on Non QM products.
Director-Underwriting Manager
Homepoint
Feb 2021 - Oct 2022 (1 year 8 months)
Oversaw a team of 40 underwriters, conducting QC spot checks and second-level reviews to ensure daily work quality. Developed and implemented the Futures program, training individuals with no prior mortgage experience to become successful underwriters.
Senior Underwriting Manager
CMG Financial
Aug 2017 - Feb 2021 (3 years 6 months)
Managed a team of 28 underwriters, overseeing their daily operations and ensuring adherence to updated guidelines. Collaborated with agencies and investors to roll out new programs and conducted all second-level reviews and guideline exceptions.
Senior Underwriting Manager
New Penn Financial
Nov 2014 - Present (10 years 8 months)
Managed a team of 12 underwriters, conducting second-level reviews and ensuring guideline adherence in collaboration with processing and regional managers. Oversaw daily production, maintained top QC on all files, and assisted with clearing conditions to facilitate timely loan closures.
Underwriting Manager
Digital Risk Mortgage Services
Jan 2014 - Present (11 years 6 months)
Oversaw daily production, hiring, training, and managing 21 underwriters and 14 quality control personnel. Ensured smooth production and regulatory compliance, handling reporting and updating company guidelines.
Advisory Services Manager
Digital Risk Mortgage Services
Jan 2013 - Present (12 years 6 months)
Managed a team of 26 personnel, focusing on forensics and implementing new Quality Control procedures for forensic analysis. This initiative significantly improved the accuracy and efficiency of forensic processes within the department.
Processing Manager
Digital Risk Mortgage Services
Jan 2013 - Present (12 years 6 months)
Oversaw a team of 28 personnel, collaborating closely with the Underwriting department on all aspects of file processing. This leadership resulted in the office being ranked as the #1 processing office within the company.
Quality Control Supervisor
Digital Risk Mortgage Services
Jan 2012 - Present (13 years 6 months)
Responsible for all Quality Control across a department of 140 personnel, directly supervising 6 individuals. Developed and implemented a comprehensive Quality Control process, including process flow, checklists, and proper procedures, which was adopted company-wide.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Florida Atlantic University
Associate degree, Business Management
Obtained an Associate degree in Business Management.
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