We want to work with you!

Rate is one of the nation's leading mortgage lenders, and we're looking to expand our appraisal network with experienced, trusted appraisers like you.

If you've already worked with us through LenderX, you're familiar with our platform, making the transition to our panel simple. We look forward to building a strong partnership and helping you grow your business.

Why you should join our appraisal panel:

• We value our appraiser partners and the expertise they bring to every transaction.
• We're a purchase-focused lender, originating more than $22 billion in home purchase loans in 2025.

• Rate is one of the top 10 retail home purchase lenders in the U.S., with nearly 49,000 retail purchase mortgages originated in 2025.

Plus, more benefits of partnering with Rate:

Get paid your way.

Choose the payment option that works best for you, including ACH payments for faster electronic delivery or traditional payment methods.

Quicker turn times.

Our streamlined ordering process features a three-hour order carousel, designed to promote quicker responses, faster scheduling and a smoother appraisal experience.

Have questions?

Our streamlined ordering process features a three-hour order carousel, designed to promote quicker responses, faster scheduling and a smoother appraisal experience.

1. $22.3 billion in home purchase loans originated in 2025
Source: The Truth About Mortgage — Top Mortgage Lenders of 2025
Published April 2026. Rate ranked #7 nationally in home purchase loan dollar volume.
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The Truth About Mortgage

2. Top 10 retail home purchase lender in the U.S.
Source: MortgageResearch.com — Largest Retail Lenders in Every State
Rate (listed as Guaranteed Rate) ranked #8 nationally for retail, owner-occupied home purchase mortgages in 2025.
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Mortgage Research Network

3. Nearly 49,000 retail home purchase mortgages originated in 2025
Source: MortgageResearch.com — Top 10 Largest Direct-to-Consumer Lenders for Homebuyers
Reports exactly 48,987 retail, owner-occupied purchase mortgages for Rate in 2025.
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Mortgage Research Network