Citizens Independent Bank
Karen Gleason is an experienced mortgage underwriting manager currently serving as AVP/Residential Real Estate Manager at Citizens Independent Bank since May 2023. With a strong background in government underwriting, Karen has held various senior positions, including Senior Government Underwriter at Gateway Mortgage and Senior Mortgage Underwriter at Homespire Mortgage. Prior roles include Sr Underwriter at Cross Country Mortgage and AVP/Underwriting Manager at KS StateBank, with expertise in VA and FHA loans. Additional experience encompasses roles at Pacific Union Financial, Bridgeview Bank Mortgage, New Penn Financial, and Clearwater Mortgage, demonstrating a comprehensive command of both government and conventional underwriting standards.
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Citizens Independent Bank
Since we opened for business in 1950, our main goal has been, and still remains, to build better relationships with our customers. Get to know us and you’ll understand how Citizens Independent Bank (CIB) has been an important part of our communities, helping businesses prosper and helping people achieve their dreams. We take to heart that local involvement and decision-making is how a good bank should operate. That's Citizens Independent Bank. Rich with tradition, experience and compassion. We don't just talk about commitment, we take pride in our level of community involvement. Our business is guided by the following core values: - Maintain customer trust by never compromising our honesty or integrity - Demonstrate social responsibility to our communities - Build and maintain close customer relationships by providing exceptional customer service - Encourage the personal and professional growth of each employee - Grow a strong financial base for ourselves and those we serve