Independent rankings from Bankrate, CNBC Select, TIME, USA TODAY and others recognize loanDepot across refinance, FHA, VA and home equity lending categories

loanDepot, Inc. (NYSE: LDI) (together with its subsidiaries, “loanDepot”), a national retail lender with $584B funded directly to consumers since inception, continues to receive national recognition in 2026 for performance across the factors most important to borrowers: customer service, on-time closings, competitive pricing and flexible loan options.

In the past six months, evaluations from Bankrate, CNBC Select, TIME, USA TODAY, NerdWallet, Money and CBS News have consistently recognized loanDepot among the best mortgage lenders in the United States across multiple categories, including refinance loans, FHA loans, VA loans, home equity lending and lending for lower credit score borrowers. This recognition highlights loanDepot’s ability to deliver a reliable and accessible mortgage experience for first-time homebuyers, existing homeowners and underserved borrower segments—all while delivering a consistent, high-quality borrower experience.

Recognized as a Top Mortgage Lender Across Key Categories in 2026

loanDepot has been included in multiple “best mortgage lender” rankings based on criteria such as customer satisfaction, pricing, loan flexibility, and closing efficiency:

• CNBC Select: Best cash-out refinance lenders of 2026 (December 2025)
• USA Today: America’s Best Customer Service in Financial Services 2026 (January 2026)
• Time: America’s Best Financial Services 2026 (February 2026)
• Bankrate: Best Mortgage Lenders in California for 2026 (March 2026)
• CNBC Select: Best Mortgage Lenders for a Credit Score of 620 or Below-Best for On-time closing (March 2026)
• Money: Best in-person VA lender (April 2026)
• Nerdwallet: Best Home Equity Lender for No Appraisal Required (April 2026)
• CBS News: Best for Lower Credit Scores (April 2026)
• Nerdwallet: Best Mortgage Lender for FHA Loans (April 2026)
• CNBC Select: Best Mortgage Refinance Lenders- Best for Online Closings (May 2026)

“Recognition like this reflects the momentum we are building across the business and, most importantly, the value we deliver to our customers every day,” said loanDepot Chief Growth Officer Nikul Patel. “We are focused on making the mortgage process simpler, faster and more transparent, while continuing to expand access to homeownership for more Americans. These rankings validate the strength of our platform and the dedication of our team.”

About loanDepot

Since its launch in 2010, loanDepot (NYSE: LDI) has revolutionized the mortgage industry with digital innovations that make transacting easier, faster, and less stressful for customers and originators alike. The company, which is licensed in all 50 states, helps its customers achieve the American dream of homeownership through a broad suite of lending and real estate services that simplify one of life's most complex transactions. loanDepot is also committed to serving the communities in which its team lives and works through a variety of local and national philanthropic efforts.

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“Recognition like this reflects the momentum we are building across the business and, most importantly, the value we deliver to our customers every day,” said loanDepot Chief Growth Officer Nikul Patel.