Texas Mortgage Company License & Mortgage Banker Registration

Texas used to be a Brick and Mortar state but the passing of HB 3617, on 9/1/21 dissolved this requirement. TX requires a copy of your IRS EIN Letter to be uploaded into the NMLS. The Texas Company application requires naming a QI that will need to hold the TX MLO license where are the Banker does not require a QI. The Texas Banker does however require you to hold a federal approval/designation (HUD FHA DE, Ginnie Mae, Fannie Mae or Freddie Mae) in order to apply.

StateLicense NameState FeeBond Premium Est.
SOS FeeMLG Processing FeeTotal
Texas - SMLMortgage Company License$445N/A$834Call for More Information$1,279
Texas - SMLMortgage Banker Registration$445N/A$834Call for More Information$1,279

License: Mortgage Company License

  • Operating Status: Broker/Lender
  • Bond Amount: N/A
  • Net Worth: N/A
  • Brick & Mortar: No
  • Financial Type:  N/A

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License: Mortgage Banker Registration

  • Operating Status: Broker/Lender/Servicer
  • Bond Amount: N/A
  • Net Worth: N/A
  • Brick & Mortar: No
  • Financial Type:  N/A

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Obtaining a mortgage broker license in Texas requires completing the application process through the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System (NMLS). Regulated by the Texas Department of Savings and Mortgage Lending, this process ensures compliance with both Texas and federal mortgage laws. The license is mandatory for individuals and companies engaged in mortgage brokering, lending, or servicing within the state.

Each licensed mortgage company must appoint a Qualifying Individual (QI) who holds an active Texas Mortgage Loan Originator (MLO) license, meets state industry experience requirements, and oversees day-to-day operations. Texas also requires mortgage brokers to maintain a surety bond, with the amount determined by annual loan volume, and to submit financial statements meeting the state’s net worth requirements.

Since the passage of HB 3617 in September 2021, Texas mortgage brokers are no longer required to maintain a physical office location within the state. However, they must still keep accurate records and make them available for state examination.