Barb Cortright
About Barb Cortright
Barb Cortright is a Residential Mortgage Underwriter III at Chase, where she has worked since 2017 in New York City. With over 20 years of experience in the banking industry, she specializes in credit risk management and has a strong background in managing residential first mortgages.
Work at Chase
Barb Cortright has been employed at Chase since 2017, serving as a Residential Mortgage Underwriter III. In this role, she is responsible for evaluating and approving residential mortgage applications. Her tenure at Chase spans over seven years, during which she has developed expertise in underwriting processes and credit risk assessment. Based in New York, New York, she contributes to the bank's operations by ensuring compliance with lending guidelines and managing various types of mortgage products.
Previous Experience at New York Community Bancorp
Before joining Chase, Barb Cortright worked at New York Community Bancorp, Inc. from 2012 to 2016. In her role as FHA Team Lead and Mortgage Underwriter, she managed a team focused on Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans. Her responsibilities included underwriting mortgage applications and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. This four-year experience in Westbury, New York, enhanced her skills in mortgage underwriting and team leadership.
Education and Expertise
Barb Cortright studied at Cuyahoga Community College, where she gained foundational knowledge relevant to her career in the banking industry. With over 20 years of experience, she possesses a strong background in various roles, including loan processor and realtor. Her expertise includes managing residential first mortgages, particularly FHA and conforming loans, as well as skills in credit risk management and operations management.
Banking Industry Background
Barb Cortright has over two decades of experience in the banking industry. Throughout her career, she has held multiple positions that have contributed to her comprehensive understanding of mortgage underwriting and loan processing. Her diverse background includes significant roles that have equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of residential lending.