Remote Feasibility Analyst with verification

Kiavi is one of the nation’s largest private lenders to residential real estate investors (REIs). We harness the power of data & technology to offer our customers a simpler, more reliable, and faster way to access the capital they need to scale their businesses.

Formerly known as LendingHome, we’re committed to helping REIs revitalize the approximately $25 trillion worth of aged U.S. housing stock to provide move-in ready homes and rental housing for millions of Americans across the country.

Combining our technology and industry expertise, Kiavi has grown to a team of over 400 and has won many awards over the years including Forbes Fintech 50, Finovate Awards, Best Digital Mortgage Platform, Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, and .

• Loans Funded: $18+ billion in loans funded
• Homes financed: 71,000+ projects funded for our customers across the country
• Geography: 31 states + D.C. where we lend to REIs so they can revitalize neighborhoods
• Employees: Over 400 employees with competitive benefits and perks
  
  
  

The Role

The Construction team is responsible for reviewing and approving rehab/flip-projects (cost, timeline, progress, completion) and, after the loan is originated, reviewing and assisting in administering draw requests. This team partners with sales, operations and servicing to create a great customer experience. The Feasibility Analyst will be responsible for guiding our clients through our property rehabilitation process, underwriting the project scope, budget, and timeline to ensure its feasibility, and monitoring the progress and completion of the improvements as they occur. Beyond an analytical orientation, the Feasibility Analyst has the interpersonal skills to foster the relationship with the clients throughout the life of the loan.

Responsibilities

• Review the borrowers submitted scope of work documents and conduct the needed due diligence using photos and third-party inspection data to acquire a holistic understanding of the project’s feasibility and the client’s operational capacity.
• Analyze the proposed rehab projects, including reviewing project plans, examining permit requirements, project timelines and verifying the feasibility of the project budgets and scoping.
• Decisioning latitude to establish the risk of proposed rehab project and make an independent final call via a comprehensive feasibility report
• Deliver analysis to the Valuation Department and collaborate with them to resolve specific areas of concern in the project
• Provide continuous feedback to our Underwriting and Risk Departments to improve project screening and risk modeling
• Be an ambassador of the Kiavi brand through regular communication with our clients. Although this is not a sales position many of the same skills are important to your success including patience, empathy, and communication
  
  
  

Qualifications

• An Associate’s or Bachelor's degree is required
• 2-5 years of work experience in a real estate, construction or related field required
• Direct professional experience in residential infill/new construction required
• Ability to review project plans and specifications
• Experience in construction contracts and scopes of work
• Customer-facing experience and strong communication skills through emails and phone calls.
• Track record as a self-starter with a strong intellectual curiosity
• Strong computer skills with experience in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
• Strong ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Flexibility and ability to work in a dynamic environment of rapid change
  
  
  

Kiavi takes a market-based approach to pay, and pay may vary depending on your location. The expected annualized base pay range for this full-time role to be performed remotely is 60-80K + bonus + benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. Your recruiter can share more about the specific base pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the pay range listed above reflects the base salary only, and does not include the target value of bonus [remove if not applicable], equity, or benefits.

Benefits And Perks

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Kiavi offers free employee-only coverage for medical, dental, and vision plans. Dependents receive a heavily discounted premium, competitively placed in the 90th percentile for cost.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): For those enrolled in a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), Kiavi provides an annual employer contribution to HSAs: $500 for individual coverage and $1,000 for dependents.
• Disability and Life Insurance: Immediate access to short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as group life and AD&D insurance, with coverage at 1x annual salary.
• Flexible Time Off: Employees are empowered to manage their own time off, with no strict limits, as long as it's approved by their manager.
• Paid Leaves: Up to 8 weeks of paid leave for medical or caregiver purposes, and 12 weeks of paid maternity/paternity leave. Short-term disability leave is also available for birthing mothers.
• 401(k) & Company Match: A 401(k) plan managed by Fidelity, with Kiavi matching 100% of contributions up to 3% of compensation or $4,000 (whichever is less). All employer contributions are immediately vested.
• Product Ownership: All employees think like an owner because all employees play a critical role in making our business great. Many roles are eligible for stock option grants.
  
  
  

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Kiavi is an Equal Opportunity Employer