Completion of Vision 2025 Strategic Program
LoanDepot successfully completed the Vision 2025 strategic program, which focused on resetting the cost structure and making important investments in people, processes, product, and technology. This led to the company's return to profitability during the third quarter.
Increase in Rate Lock Volume
Pull-through weighted rate lock volume increased by 27% from the previous year, reaching $5.6 billion, reflecting positive impacts from investments in recruiting and developing loan officers.
Improved Gain on Sale Margin
The company's pull-through weighted gain on sale margin was 334 basis points, above the guidance of 295 to 305 basis points, benefiting from wider overall margins and a favorable channel mix shift.
Loan Origination Volume Growth
Loan origination volume reached $7.2 billion, a 34% increase from the prior year's volume of $5.4 billion, driven by increased lock activity due to a temporary decrease in market rates.
Strong Cash Position
LoanDepot ended the quarter with $422 million in cash, maintaining a strong liquidity position despite the challenging market conditions.