Andrea Braun

Andrea Braun is a highly experienced Commercial Loan Closer with 24 years of operational expertise in the banking and financial industry, specializing in commercial real estate loans.

Andrea possesses in-depth knowledge of all facets of closing commercial real estate loans, including reviewing and negotiating loan documents, managing title work, third party reports, lease reviews, escrow letters, closing statements, entity documents, and insurance documents.

With a Technical Writing Certification from Bellevue College, Andrea has a strong background in writing technical and operations manuals and complex documentation, excelling in making intricate instructions clear and transforming information into concise text suitable for various audiences.

Andrea is proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and is known for her exceptional writing, proofreading, editing, and desktop publishing skills.

She has a proven track record of quickly adapting to new programs, databases, and software, and excels in working under pressure, prioritizing tasks, and managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Additionally, Andrea is skilled in training through written instructions for a diverse audience, and her organizational, follow-through, presentation, and communication skills are exemplary.

Andrea Braun holds a Certificate in Technical Writing from Bellevue Community College and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology from the University of Washington.

She has held positions as a Commercial Loan Closer at HomeStreet Bank, Dexia, and MetLife Capital, showcasing a strong and diverse background in the financial industry.