Rate Poaches Seven Loan Officers from Movement Mortgage in December 2025
Event summary
- Seven loan officers from Movement Mortgage joined Rate in December 2025, citing Rate's technology platform and growth advantages.
- The new hires include Gabriel Carter (Santa Barbara, CA), Katie Blake (Tarpon Springs, FL), and five others from Florida.
- Rate's technology and workflows were key factors in the loan officers' decision to switch.
- Rate continues to invest in technology and operational support to help loan officers scale their business.
- The move underscores Rate's accelerating momentum across multiple regions.
The big picture
Rate's ability to attract top loan officers from competitors like Movement Mortgage highlights its strategic focus on technology and operational efficiency. In a market where many companies are scaling back, Rate's investment in digital platforms and support infrastructure positions it to capture market share. The addition of these seven loan officers in a single month signals accelerating momentum and a potential shift in the competitive landscape.
What we're watching
- Talent Retention
- Whether Rate can sustain this pace of high-performing talent acquisition from competitors.
- Technology Advantage
- How Rate's technology platform will continue to differentiate it in a challenging mortgage market.
- Regional Expansion
- The pace at which Rate can expand its presence across multiple regions through strategic hires.
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