Keli Teeples

Keli Teeples is an accomplished Mortgage Banking Operations Manager at Utah Housing Corporation, bringing over 30 years of experience in the lending and mortgage industry. Throughout her career, she has held roles including senior loan processor, underwriter, branch manager, loan officer assistant, and loan originator, excelling in each position with a track record of managing high-volume loan closings and optimizing operational efficiency. She is highly skilled in understanding underwriting guidelines across a wide range of loan products, including conventional, VA, FHA, rural housing, bond, Utah Housing, and non-QM loans.
Keli’s career is marked by numerous awards recognizing her excellence, including top originating team, top company processor, and top company loan officer assistant. Her ability to operate simultaneously in multiple roles has enabled her to streamline processes and improve productivity, often closing 250 to 350 units annually. Beyond her technical expertise, Keli is known for mentoring junior staff, ensuring that teams are well-trained, knowledgeable, and equipped to succeed in a fast-paced lending environment.
In her current role at Utah Housing Corporation, Keli leads mortgage banking operations with a focus on compliance, audit, and operational efficiency, supporting both staff and clients to achieve successful outcomes. Her decades of hands-on experience, dedication to excellence, and commitment to professional development have made her a respected leader in the mortgage industry, known for her meticulous attention to detail and strong leadership skills.

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