Velocity Financial Prices $500M Senior Notes at 9.375% to Refinance Debt and Fund Operations

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Velocity Financial priced $500 million in 9.375% Senior Notes due 2031, with proceeds primarily used to refinance existing debt at a higher rate and for general corporate purposes, including a potential acquisition.

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• Pricing of $500 Million Senior Notes

  Velocity Commercial Capital, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary, priced $500 million in 9.375% Senior Notes due 2031 at 100% of principal amount, expected to close on January 30, 2026.

• High Interest Rate and Extended Maturity

  The notes carry a 9.375% annual interest rate, payable semi-annually, and mature on February 15, 2031, indicating a higher cost of capital for the company but extending its debt maturity profile.

• Use of Proceeds for Refinancing and Growth

  Approximately $222.7 million of the net proceeds will fund the redemption of outstanding 7.125% Senior Secured Notes due 2027, with the remainder for general corporate purposes, including potential repayment of other facilities and up to $75 million for a business acquisition.

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Velocity Financial, Inc. announced the pricing of a substantial $500 million aggregate principal amount of 9.375% Senior Notes due 2031. This significant capital raise, while providing crucial liquidity and extending debt maturities, comes at a notably high interest rate. Approximately $222.7 million of the net proceeds will be used to redeem existing 7.125% Senior Secured Notes due 2027, effectively refinancing debt at a higher cost but pushing out the maturity date. The remaining proceeds are allocated for general corporate purposes, including potential repayment of warehouse facilities and up to $75 million for a possible business acquisition. The high coupon rate of 9.375% suggests a higher cost of capital for the company, which will impact future interest expenses, despite the benefits of extended financial runway and strategic flexibility.