To qualify for a mortgage broker, mortgage banker, mortgage loan servicer, or mortgage loan originator license within the State of New York, either a Registered Mortgage Broker Bond, Mortgage Banker Bond, Registered Mortgage Loan Servicer Bond, or a Mortgage Loan Originator Bond (Individual/Entity) is required by the Department of Financial Services.
The Mortgage License Bonds listed above provide financial protection to the public. This means that if the licensee violates state mortgage regulations (e.g. commits negligence, misrepresentation, a breach of contract, and/or fraud), funds from the appropriate surety bond may act as a means of restitution for the damaged claimant.
Jet has partnered with Lexington National Insurance Corporation to compare bond rates and find the best price for you. The cost of each New York Mortgage License Bond is a small percentage of the state-required bond limit and is based on a soft credit check of the applicant.
View the chart below for details on the various preferred tier rates available.
Surety Bond | Bond Amount Ranges | Cost |
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Registered Mortgage Broker Bond | $50,000 - $500,000 | $188 - $1,875 |
Mortgage Banker Bond | $10,000 - $100,000 | $100 - $375 |
Registered Mortgage Loan Servicer Bond | $250,000 | $938 |
Mortgage Loan Originator Bond | $50,000 - $500,000 | $188 - $1,875 |
*Pricing reflected is not a guarantee, as the final quote for the bond is based on personal credit as stated above. Please note that not all available price tiers are shown.
The New York Department of Financial Services utilizes the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System and Registry (NMLS) for the administration of mortgage licenses and the filing of surety bonds. So once you purchase one of the available NY Mortgage License Bonds, it must be filed with the NMLS.
If you are in need of further details on the mortgage industry, licensure processes in multiple states, and applicable surety bond regulations, take a look at Jet’s comprehensive Mortgage License Bonds Guide.