what are some common types of underwriters 
a mortgage loan underwriter is one of the most common types of underwriters their job is to ensure that a loan applicant meets all requirements before approving or denying the loan another common type is insurance underwriters who review applications for coverage and based on their findings accept or reject an applicant underwriters who work in the equity market must administer the public issuance and distribution of securities from a corporation or other entity in the form of common or preferred stock 