Appraisal Underwriter

M/I Homes has been building new homes of outstanding quality and superior design for 50 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 170,000 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, Ft. Myers/Naples, Houston, Indianapolis, Minneapolis, Nashville, Orlando, Raleigh, San Antonio, Sarasota, and Tampa. Job Summary The MI Financial Appraisal Underwriting Department has a position open for a Appraisal Underwriter. The Underwriter will review and assess the Residential Appraisals provided by third party Appraisers. The Underwriter will work with the Appraisal Report and the Collateral Analytics Report in a timely manner to ensure the Appraisal meets MI Financial guidelines and Government Agency requirements. The Underwriter is responsible for identifying errors or deficiencies in the Appraisal and communicating with the Appraisers to resolve them and obtain a revision. The Underwriter will communicate with Internal partners to advise them of decisions regarding the approval of the Appraisals. Duties and Responsibilities Ability to complete Underwriting reviews and tasks and utilize Government Underwriting Guidelines and Collateral Analytics in order to approve Appraisals. Complete the M/I Financial and Government Agency Training Programs necessary to obtain Conventional, FHA, and VA Appraisal Underwriting certifications. Bachelor’s Degree required. 3 years of Mortgage and Appraisal Underwriting experience. Skills and Abilities Communicate in a professional and effective manner with M/I Financial Corporate and Branch staff and Appraisers to explain concerns, answer questions, and give direction to resolve issues. Exhibit good customer service skills and a strong sense of urgency in order to manage workload and meet deadlines. Exhibit attention to accuracy and detail in order to effectively review the appraisal and reduce errors. Ability to research and analyze new government and lender guidelines and changes to requirements. Ability to develop solutions to problems and make decisions necessary to underwrite and approve appraisals. General administrative and computer skills and the ability and willingness to learn new systems and procedures. Work Conditions and Physical Requirements Typical office environment. M/I Homes offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life and disability insurance, optional supplemental life insurance, Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts, paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays, paid parental leave, traditional and Roth 401(k) options, a profit sharing plan, an employee stock purchase plan, an employee home purchase plan and more. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining diverse talent that reflects the customers we serve and the communities where we live and work. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing. M/I Financial, LLC 4131 Worth Ave, Suite 460, Columbus, OH 43219. Company NMLS# 50684. For information on MIF licensing, please visit #IND123 #J-18808-Ljbffr