About NAMB

Established in 1973, the National Association of Mortgage Brokers (NAMB) is the only national trade association representing the mortgage broker industry. With 50 state affiliates, and more than 25,000 members, NAMB promotes the industry through programs and services such as education, professional certification and government affairs representation. NAMB members subscribe to a code of ethics and best lending practices that foster integrity, professionalism and confidentiality when working with consumers.

A typical broker has a working relationship with numerous banks and other lenders and provides the consumer with access to hundreds of options when it comes to financing a home. This allows mortgage brokers to provide consumers the most efficient and cost-effective method of obtaining a mortgage that fits the consumer's financial goals and circumstances. Mortgage brokers have helped many consumers, including low-to-moderate income borrowers with less than perfect credit histories, enjoy the benefits of homeownership.

Why did NAMB Create the Lending Integrity Seal of Approval?

NAMB saw a need for Hardworking, Professional, Ethical Mortgage Brokers to distinguish themselves from the few bad actors who operate in the mortgage industry. A way for consumers to easily identify loan originators who have pledge to abide by a National Standard when it comes to a Professional Standards, a Code of Ethics, Continuing Education, and more.