MFA Financial

MFA Financial, Inc. is a specialty finance company investing in residential mortgage loans, residential mortgage-backed securities, and other real estate assets. Its wholly owned subsidiary, Lima One Capital, originates and services business purpose loans for real estate investors. As an internally managed, publicly traded real estate investment trust, the company derives income from its diverse portfolio.

Stewart Zimmerman founded MFA Financial on July 24, 1997, in New York, NY. His insight was to strategically invest in and manage residential mortgage assets, capitalizing on opportunities within the finance market. This foundational approach guided the company's early development and its specialization in real estate finance.

The company's offerings primarily serve real estate investors, especially through its dedicated lending operations. MFA Financial’s vision focuses on delivering consistent value via the expert management of its mortgage-related asset portfolio. It aims to remain a significant and adaptive investor within the residential mortgage sector.