Mortgage licensing / New Jersey

New Jersey Mortgage Servicer License

company licence · NMLS NJSERVICER_C · DOBI

Requirements (18)

1. Step 1

   Financial Statements: See the License Requirements and Fees Chart on the NMLS Resource Center for details related to this Requirement.

   Submitted via: NMLS

2. Step 2

   Other Trade Name: If operating under a name that is different from the applicant’s legal name, that name (“Trade Name”, “Assumed Name” or “DBA”) must be listed under the Other Trade Names section of the Company Form (MU1). The New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance does not limit the number of other trade names. If operating under an “Other Trade Name”, upload trade name authorization document regarding ability to do business under that trade name. This document should be named [State-License Type] Trade Name – Assumed Name.

   Submitted via: Upload in NMLS: under the Document Type Trade Name/Assumed Name Registration Certificates in the Document Uploads section of the Company Form (MU1).

3. Step 3

   Resident/Registered Agent: The Registered Agent must be listed under the Resident/Registered Agent section of the Company Form (MU1) and must match the information currently on record with New Jersey Department of Treasury.

   Submitted via: NMLS

4. Step 4

   Non-Primary Contact Employees: New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance requires that an individual(s) be identified as a Non-Primary Contact for the following areas. These contacts must be listed in the Contact Employees section of the Company Form (MU1). • Licensing • Consumer Complaint (Public) • Consumer Complaint (Regulator) • Legal • Pre-Exam Contact

   Submitted via: NMLS

5. Step 5

   Qualifying Individual: The Qualifying Individual must be a person with supervisory authority over the main office and must have at least three years’ experience in the mortgage servicing business within the five years immediately preceding the date of this application. This individual must be listed in the Qualifying Individual section of Company Form (MU1).

   Submitted via: NMLS

6. Step 6

   Credit Report: See the License Requirements and Fees Chart on the NMLS Resource Center for details related to this Requirement.

   Submitted via: NMLS

7. Step 7

   MU2 Individual FBI Criminal Background Check Requirements: See the License Requirements and Fees Chart on the NMLS Resource Center for details related to this Requirement. Note: If you are able to ‘Use Existing Prints’ to process the FBI criminal background check, you DO NOT have to schedule an appointment. NMLS will automatically submit the fingerprints on file.

   Submitted via: NMLS

8. Step 8

   Electronic Surety Bond: See the License Requirements and Fees Chart on the NMLS Resource Center for details related to this Requirement. Note: Surety bonds submitted via the Document Uploads section will not satisfy this requirement.

   Submitted via: Electronic Surety Bond in NMLS

9. Step 9

   Business Plan: Upload a business plan outlining the following information: • Marketing strategies • Products • Target markets • Fee schedule • Operating structure the applicant intends to employ. This document should be named [Company Legal Name] Business Plan. Note: If the existing uploaded business plan already includes the above information, an additional document does not need to be uploaded. A company should only upload a single business plan. If state-specific material is required, this information should be added to the existing uploaded business plan.

   Submitted via: Upload in NMLS: under the Document Type Business Plan in the Document Uploads section of the Company Form (MU1).

10. Step 10

    Certificate of Authority/Good Standing Certificate: Upload a State-issued and approved document (typically by the Secretary of State’s office), dated not more than 60 days prior to the filing of the application through NMLS that demonstrates authorization to do business in the applicant’s state of formation and/or NJ. This document should be named NJ Certificate of Authority OR NJ Certificate of Good Standing.

    Submitted via: Upload in NMLS: under the Document Type Certificate of Authority/Good Standing Certificate in the Document Uploads section of the Company Form (MU1).

11. Step 11

    Errors and Omissions: Submit proof of errors and omissions insurance protecting the applicant from liability arising from a negligent act, error or omission in the performance of professional service. If applicable, include power of attorney (POA). The policy should name the New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance as an additional loss payee. VOLUME OF NEW JERSEY RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE LOANS SERVICED CALCULATION OF ERRORS AND OMISSIONS COVERAGE $100,000,000 or Less $300,000 $100,000,000.01 to $500,000,000 $300,000 plus .15% of residential mortgage loans serviced $500,000,000.01 to $100,000,000,000 $900,000 plus .125% of residential mortgage loans serviced between $100,000,000,000 or greater $125,275,000 plus .10% of residential mortgage loans serviced The errors and omissions coverage may provide for a deductible amount not to exceed the greater of $100,000 or five percent of the principal amount. The full policy should be uploaded. This document should be named Errors and Omissions Insurance.

    Submitted via: Upload in NMLS: under the Document Type Errors and Omissions (Insurance Policy) in the Document Uploads section of the Company Form (MU1).

12. Step 12

    Fidelity Bond: Submit a fidelity bond at the coverage level required by NJ. VOLUME OF NEW JERSEY RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE LOANS SERVICED CALCULATION OF FIDELITY BOND $100,000,000 or Less $300,000 $100,000,000.01 to $500,000,000 $300,000 plus .15% of residential mortgage loans serviced $500,000,000.01 to $100,000,000,000 $900,000 plus .125% of residential mortgage loans serviced between $100,000,000,000 or greater $125,275,000 plus .10% of residential mortgage loans serviced The name and address of the principal insured on the bond must exactly match the Full Legal Name, trade name if applicable and address, of the applicant. If applicable, include power of attorney (POA). The policy should name the New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance as an additional loss payee. The full policy should be uploaded. The fidelity bond must be written by a surety authorized to write the bonds in NJ. This document should be named Fidelity Bond.

    Submitted via: Upload in NMLS: under the Document Type Fidelity Bond in the Document Uploads section of the Company Form (MU1).

13. Step 13

    Formation Documents: Determine classification of applicant’s legal status and submit a State certified copy of the requested applicable documentation detailed below. Original formation documents and all subsequent amendments, thereto including a list of any name changes. Sole Proprietor • County Recording Documents Unincorporated Association: • By-Laws or constitution (including all amendments). General Partnership: • Partnership Agreement (including all amendments). Limited Liability Partnership: • Certificate of Limited Liability Partnership; and • Partnership Agreement (including all amendments). Limited Partnership: • Certificate of Limited Partnership; and • Partnership Agreement (including all amendments). Limited Liability Limited Partnership: • Certificate of Limited Liability Limited Partnership; and • Partnership Agreement (including all amendments). Limited Liability Company (“LLC”): • Articles of Organization (including all amendments); • Operating Agreement (including all amendments); • IRS Form 2553 or IRS Form 8832 if S-Corp treatment elected; and • LLC resolution if authority not in operating agreement. Corporation: • Articles of Incorporation (including all amendments); • By-laws (including all amendments), if applicable; • Shareholder Agreement (including all amendments), if applicable; • IRS Form 2553 if S-Corp treatment elected; and • Corporate resolution if authority to complete application not in By-Laws or Shareholder Agreement, as amended, as applicable. Not for Profit Corporation • Documents requested of a Corporation; and • Proof of nonprofit status • Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) 501(c)(3) designation letter; or • statement from a State taxing body or the State attorney general certifying that: (i) the entity is a nonprofit organization operating within the State; and (ii) no part of the entity’s net earnings may lawfully benefit any private shareholder or individual; or • entity's certificate of incorporation or similar document if it clearly establishes the nonprofit status of the applicant; or • Any of the three preceding items described, if that item applies to a State or national parent organization, together with a statement by the State or parent organization that the applicant is a local nonprofit affiliate. Trust (Statutory) • Certificate of Trust; and • Governing instrument (all amendments).

    Submitted via: Upload in NMLS: under the Document Type Formation Document in the Document Uploads section of the Company Form (MU1). This document should be named Formation Documentation [Date of Creation (MM-DD-YYYY)].

14. Step 14

    Organizational Chart/Description: Submit a chart showing (or a description which includes) the percentage of ownership of: • Direct Owners (total direct ownership percentage must equate to 100%) • Indirect Owners • Subsidiaries and Affiliates of the applicant/licensee This document should be named [Company Legal Name] Organizational Chart – Description. Note: If the existing uploaded Organizational Chart/Description already includes the above information, an additional document does not need to be uploaded. A company should only upload a single management chart.

    Submitted via: Upload in NMLS: under the Document Type Organizational Chart/Description in the Document Uploads section of the Company Form (MU1).

15. Step 15

    Credit Report Explanations: Submit a line by line, detailed letter of explanation of all derogatory credit accounts along with proof of payoffs, payment arrangements and evidence of payments made, or evidence of any formal dispute filed (documents must be dated). Accounts to address include, but are not limited to: collections items, charge offs, accounts currently past due, accounts with serious delinquencies in the last 3 years, repossessions, loan modifications, etc. Note: Items regarding bankruptcy, foreclosure actions, outstanding judgments or liens, or delinquent child support payments should be addressed in the Disclosure Explanations section of your Individual Form (MU2). This document should be named Credit Report Explanations – Sub Name – Document Creation Date.

    Submitted via: Upload in NMLS: under the Document Type Credit Report Explanations in the Document Uploads section of the Individual Form (MU2).

16. Step 16

    Legal Name/Status Documentation: Upload legal documentation of legal name or legal status. This may be certified copies of divorce decree, marriage certificate, copy of driver’s license, passports, etc. This document should be named [Document Name] (Ex. Driver’s License, Marriage Certificate, etc.).

    Submitted via: Upload in NMLS: under the Document Type Legal Name/Status Documentation in the Document Uploads section of the Individual Form (MU2).

17. Step 17

    Memorandum of Tax Certification: Provide a certified memorandum indicating all tax obligations to the State have been paid or that a payment plan (if applicable) is in place. You can access Certification form here. This document should be named [State Abbreviation] – Memorandum of Tax Certification.

    Submitted via: Upload in NMLS: under the Document Type Memorandum of Tax Certification in the Document Uploads section of the Individual Form (MU2).

18. Step 18

    Verification of Experience: Providea license specific resume with detailed job descriptions and/or duties performed evidencing experience in the industry the company is applying for a license. Detailed job descriptions and duties with all employers need to be incorporated into a resume to demonstrate experience related to the specific state license being applied for. State specific requirements for qualified individuals include: • A statement specifying the duties and responsibilities of the person’s employment, the term of employment, including month and year, and the name, address and telephone number of a supervisor, employer or, if self-employed, a business reference. • W-2 Forms, 1099 Tax Forms or, if self-employed, 1120 corporate tax returns • Signed letters from the employer, on the employer’s letterhead verifying the person’s duties and responsibilities and term of employment including month and year. This document should be named [Document Type] – License Name.

    Submitted via: Upload in NMLS: under the Document Type Verification of Experience in the Document Uploads section of the Individual Form (MU2).

General information

Other New Jersey mortgage licenses

• Correspondent Residential Mortgage Lender License
• Correspondent Residential Mortgage Lender License
• Federal Contract Student Loan Servicer License
• Federal Contract Student Loan Servicer License
• Mortgage Loan Originator License
• Mortgage Servicer License
• All 15 New Jersey licenses

Sourced from the NMLS/CSBS state licensing record, last updated October 12, 2025. Requirements change — confirm against the state agency before filing. Not legal advice.