MFA Profile
MFA Financial, Inc., along with its subsidiaries, functions as a real estate investment trust (REIT) based in the United States. The company's core business involves investing in a variety of residential mortgage assets, which include non-agency mortgage-backed securities (MBS), agency MBS, and credit risk transfer securities. Additionally, MFA Financial invests in residential whole loans, encompassing performing loans, credit deteriorated loans, and non-performing loans, as well as assets related to mortgage servicing rights.
Having elected REIT status, MFA Financial benefits from favorable tax treatment by distributing at least 90% of its taxable income to its shareholders, thereby avoiding federal income taxes at the corporate level. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in New York, New York, the company strategically manages its portfolio to optimize returns while maintaining a robust balance sheet and adhering to regulatory requirements in the dynamic mortgage and real estate markets.
Listed on prominent stock exchanges, MFA Financial continues to navigate market fluctuations with a focus on prudent risk management and strategic asset allocation. The company's expertise in residential mortgage investments and commitment to shareholder value underscores its position as a trusted player in the REIT sector, dedicated to delivering consistent dividends and sustainable growth over the long term.
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