Investment Real Estate Mortgage Loan Originator – Private Lending Location: Greater Los Angeles (In-Office)
Territory: Los Angeles, Orange County, Inland Empire
Compensation: $50,000–$70,000 base + uncapped commissions
On-Target Earnings: $150,000–$200,000+
License Required: Active Mortgage Loan Originator (MLO)
About the Company Our client is a premier private lending platform built specifically for real estate investors. In partnership with a nationally recognized real estate investment marketplace, the company provides fast, flexible capital to support the acquisition, renovation, and scaling of residential investment portfolios.
With a reputation for speed, certainty, and investor-focused service, the platform specializes in hard money and private lending solutions that help clients close quickly and grow their investment businesses.
Position Overview We are seeking a relationship-driven
Investment Real Estate Mortgage Loan Originator to originate residential investment property loans and support a high-volume investor referral network.
This is an in-office, production-focused role where you will serve as the primary lending partner to a network of real estate agents and investors. You will guide borrowers through the entire lending lifecycle—from initial consultation to closing—while delivering a high-touch, advisory experience.
Success in this role is driven by relationship development, pipeline management, and consistent loan production within a fast-paced, performance-driven environment
Key Responsibilities - Serve as the primary Mortgage Loan Originator for investors sourced through an established partner channel
- Build and maintain relationships with 30+ investment-focused real estate agents, investors, and referral partners
- Act as the dedicated lending partner for assigned offices and investor networks
- Consult with borrowers to understand project goals, timelines, and financing strategies
- Structure and present competitive loan solutions for fix-and-flip, BRRRR, and rental property investments
- Originate and manage loans from initial lead through closing, including application, documentation, and borrower communication
- Match loan scenarios with appropriate private and hard money capital solutions
- Partner closely with processing, underwriting, and closing teams to ensure smooth execution
- Maintain accurate CRM records and actively manage pipeline performance
- Attend office meetings, investor events, and networking functions to drive ongoing business development
- Deliver training and education sessions to partner offices and investor groups
- Consistently meet or exceed production, conversion, and client satisfaction goals
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Qualifications - 1+ year of experience in mortgage lending, private lending, or real estate investment finance
- Strong understanding of hard money loans and investor-focused lending products
- Proven ability to manage a sales pipeline and close deals in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent consultative sales and relationship management skills
- Experience with CRM systems and loan origination platforms
- Highly organized, self-motivated, and results-oriented
Preferred Experience - Experience in hard money, bridge, wholesale, or correspondent lending
- Background working with real estate brokerages, wholesalers, or investment-focused firms
- Ability to review purchase contracts, renovation budgets, and investment returns
- Existing relationships within local real estate investor communities
- Experience generating self-sourced business in addition to company-provided leads
Compensation & Benefits - Base salary: $50,000–$70,000
- Uncapped commission structure
- Realistic earnings potential of $150,000–$200,000+
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
Why This Opportunity - Established referral pipeline (relationship-driven, not cold calling)
- Direct access to active investor deal flow through a strategic partner network
- Strong operational support and scalable lending platform
- High-performance, entrepreneurial culture with significant income upside
- Opportunity to serve as a trusted advisor to real estate investors and help scale their businesses