The Mortgage Collaborative And Mortgage Bankers Association Announce Partnership Agreement

The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation’s largest independent cooperative network for mortgage lenders and the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), the national association representing the real estate finance industry, announced that they have entered into a strategic partnership to expand advocacy, education and engagement opportunities for their members.

The partnership is designed to strengthen connections between independent lenders and national industry advocacy by creating new pathways for lender perspectives to be elevated and shared. MBA will engage with TMC members through advocacy-focused discussions, programming, panels and webinars that reflect real-world lender experiences and priorities.

“TMC and MBA share a commitment to advancing the mortgage industry through education, advocacy and collaboration,” said Jodi Hall, president and CEO of The Mortgage Collaborative. “This partnership was formed after thoughtful consultation with our advisory council, lender advocacy committee leaders and lender members to ensure it aligns with the needs and values of our network.”

The collaboration is structured to preserve TMC’s lender-led model while expanding opportunities for member voices to be heard at the national level.

“The goal is to create stronger pathways for lender perspectives to be heard while giving members optional access to additional resources so they can engage at the level that fits them,” Hall said. “The partnership is designed to add value and amplify member voices.”

From MBA’s perspective, the partnership expands its connection to independent mortgage lenders and their on-the-ground experiences, helping to better inform broader industry conversations and initiatives.

“MBA is the leading voice for the real estate finance industry and we draw our strength and credibility from the active engagement of a diverse cross-section of members of all sizes and business models,” said Bob Broeksmit, CMB, president and CEO of MBA. “Increasing participation of TMC lender members in MBA advocacy and education activities will help build an even stronger industry.”

Through the partnership, MBA will offer exclusive benefits to the TMC lender network. Current TMC lender members interested in learning more are encouraged to contact their member benefits advocate.