an institution or individual who provides funds/loan for a mortgage
an institution that loans money in exchange for a promise of re-payment, the promise secured by a claim on real estate
a person or company that has the funds
The financial institution that makes the mortgage loan. Financial institutions include mortgage companies, banks, credit unions, and savings and loans.
The lender providing funds for a mortgage. Lenders also manage the credit and financial information review, the property and the loan application process through closing.
Originates mortgage loans, loaning you their funds and closing the loan in their name.
A classification used to describe those institutions or organizations at least partially engaged in the primary mortgage market – that is, extending funds directly to the borrower.