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About Mr. Cooper

Mr. Cooper is a nonbank mortgage lender and the primary brand of Nationstar Mortgage LLC (NMLS #2119). The company offers conventional and government-backed loans for home purchases and refinancing. It publishes daily rate information online and provides tools to help borrowers estimate affordability, monthly payments and potential refinance savings. Mr. Cooper operates nationwide and is licensed in all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and several U.S. territories, including Guam, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The lender primarily delivers a digital-first experience, with support available online and by phone.

Pros
  • Online pre-qualification tool takes minutes
  • Online loan tracking
  • On-time closing guarantee
  • Pays local moving costs in some areas
Cons
  • No physical branch locations
  • No USDA loans

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Rates

Mr. Cooper publishes sample rates for common loan types, including 15- and 30-year fixed-rate conventional loans and 30-year FHA loans. Rates are updated daily and vary based on borrower qualifications, loan type and market conditions.

Historically, Mr. Cooper’s average rates for home purchase loans have been slightly above the national average based on Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data. However, individual rates depend on credit score, down payment, loan size and other factors.

Mr. Cooper average home purchase rate vs. national average

Information pulled from public Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data. Rates reflect noncommercial home purchase loans only.

Mr. Cooper offers both fixed-rate and adjustable-rate mortgages. Fixed-rate loans provide consistent monthly payments over the life of the loan, while adjustable-rate mortgages typically start with a lower fixed rate for an initial period before adjusting periodically.

When comparing mortgage options, borrowers should look at both the interest rate and the annual percentage rate. The APR includes interest plus lender fees and gives a more complete picture of total borrowing costs.

Application process

Mr. Cooper does not have local branches, but it offers online tools and access to your loan agent online and by phone. You can apply online, and Mr. Cooper offers several other features to help in the homebuying, mortgage application and closing processes, like

  • Prequalification within minutes for most borrowers
  • Agent Assurance, which connects you with local real estate agents
  • The StreetSmarts house searching tool
  • The Mr. Cooper mobile app for accessing loan documents, making mortgage payments and accessing financial education materials
  • A digital loan tracker that lets you follow the process from application to closing
  • The Close On Time Guarantee, which covers your first month’s mortgage payment if Mr. Cooper misses your scheduled closing date
  • The Zero Dollar Move program, which pays for your move (up to 50 miles) if you buy a home with a Mr. Cooper loan

Mr. Cooper application features

Loan types

Mr. Cooper offers both home purchase loans and refinance loans, and they are available with fixed or adjustable rates.

Conventional loans have made up the majority of Mr. Cooper’s originations during 2020 and 2021, according to Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data submitted by Nationstar Mortgage. However, the company also originates FHA purchase loans, FHA streamline refinance loans, VA purchase loans and VA IRRRLs (interest rate reduction refinance loans).

Mr. Cooper doesn’t offer USDA loans. If you’re interested in a USDA loan, check out our guide on USDA-approved lenders.

In 2021, Mr. Cooper closed on 4,842 home purchase loans out of a total of 6,641 home purchase applications (73%).

Loan applications for home purchases only by year

Information pulled from public Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data. Includes conventional, USDA, VA and FHA mortgages.

Refinancing

More than half of the mortgages originated by Mr. Cooper in 2021 and 2021 were rate-and-term refinance loans, with cash-out refinances being its second most popular option.

In 2020 and 2021, most originations were rate-and-term refinances, followed by cash-out refinances. This trend reflected broader market conditions, as many homeowners refinanced to secure lower rates or access home equity.

Home purchase vs. refinance loans by year

Information pulled from public Home Mortgage Disclosure Act Data. Includes conventional, USDA, VA and FHA mortgages.

Requirements

Mr. Cooper does not publish specific requirements for borrowers, but several reps told us the lender follows loan requirements from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac for conventional loans.

Conventional mortgages that conform to these standards typically require a credit score of at least 620, a down payment of at least 3% and a debt-to-income (DTI) ratio of 45% or lower. Nonconforming conventional loans, like jumbo loans, often have different requirements, though.

Government-backed loans, like FHA and VA loans, generally have less strict requirements than conventional loans. You can get approved for an FHA loan with a credit score as low as 500, but you need a score of 580 or higher to qualify for a 3.5% down payment. You can get a VA loan with no down payment.

If you’re unsure of whether you can afford a loan, Mr. Cooper does offer calculators to estimate how much house you can afford, potential mortgage payments, the cost of renting versus buying and how much you could save by refinancing.

National mortgage requirements by type

Cost and fees

Mr. Cooper does not publish a full fee schedule online. Costs vary depending on the loan type, borrower profile and property details.

Origination fees for conventional loans are often around $1,000 to $1,500, though actual costs can differ. Additional expenses may include appraisal fees, title services and closing costs.

After submitting a loan application, borrowers receive a loan estimate within three business days. This document outlines projected interest rates, monthly payments and total closing costs, allowing borrowers to compare offers across lenders.

FAQ

How does Mr. Cooper work?

Mr. Cooper works by starting with an online prequalification or phone consultation. After providing basic financial information, you may receive a preliminary estimate of how much you can borrow. For a stronger offer, borrowers can pursue a verified approval, which involves a more detailed review of income and assets. Once a home is selected, you complete a full application, lock your rate and move through underwriting to closing.

Is Mr. Cooper legit?

Yes, Mr. Cooper is legit. It is one of the largest mortgage servicers and originators in the country. It operates under Nationstar Mortgage LLC and serves millions of customers nationwide.

Where is Mr. Cooper available?

Mr. Cooper is licensed in all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and several U.S. territories, including Guam, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Does Mr. Cooper service its own loans?

Yes, Mr. Cooper is one of the largest mortgage servicers in the U.S. In many cases, it continues to service loans after closing, which means you make payments and manage your account directly through Mr. Cooper. However, like most lenders, it may also transfer servicing rights to or from another company after origination.

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    Reviewed April 23, 2026

    Mr. Cooper is the worst company I ever see in my life. They are nothing but scam and crook. I bought my house for three years ago hundred and $50,000 a small condo. I paid $50,000 down payment. My mortgage got sold to Mr. Cooper. My payment was $800 a month. Mr. Cooper later up to 1000. I was paying $1200 a month anyway more than I supposed to Mr. Cooper every day. I have a phone call from them for late payment. Three years later my balance is 127,000. I decide to refinance they own my credit. They have 100 point low on my credit report. They messed up my life just because I was honest and pay on time more when I supposed to do I call them. They never answer the phone. Always in AI voicemail. I don’t recommend anyone to have a mortgage with them. There’s nothing but bad news.

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    Reviewed April 8, 2026

    This company is the absolute worst to do business with. They acquired my loan in 2018 from another servicer, and the amount of stress both emotionally and mentally given to me by them was immeasurable. First, they tried to increase my monthly payment despite a previous verbal agreement that they had to honor. Secondly, after telling me that there was nothing they could do to modify my payments and give me a little help, they sent me modification papers on more than several occasions and told me to ignore the applications each time.

    But that’s not even the worst of it. We have handled the taxes on our own to avoid unexpected payment increases. On 2 occasions, they set up escrow accounts for us without our knowledge or approval and applied our payments to the escrow account, putting us in default. After constant battling with them, they cancelled the escrow and updated our account to be current.

    On top of that, they sent us demand letters on more than 6 occasions despite making the monthly agreed upon payments on time and every month (2 within the past 4 months of this review). On each occasion, it was deemed that there were clerical and system errors and they rescinded the letters every time. After the last demand letter and being under the constant threat of foreclosure, I decided to venture out and see if I could get a loan to pay them off. I had enough. One lender asked for a written statement about the verbal agreement. After being told they wouldn’t accommodate me, it literally took a formal complaint to the BBB and my state’s division of banking and insurance to get them to write the letter.

    I found a lender who was more than willing to offer me a loan. After 8 years I am finally out from under Nationstar and I couldn’t be happier. I will never do business with them again, never speak highly of them and never refer anyone to them. The way they treated me was totally absurd. I did learn a lot of lessons though, and the most important one was never do business with them again ever.

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      Reviewed March 23, 2026

      My name is Lisa **. I have had a loan with USAA and then Mr. Cooper bought the LOAN over and that is when my nightmare started. Issues regarding late payments and issues with Escrow payments -- I continually kept making payments and when I tried getting answers I never got anyone on the phone. When I called and got a hold of someone the call would disconnect. The hold is always long. Now, they sold my Loan to Rocket Mortgage and I am getting still default notices. However, I have also as of 2024 applied for Homestead Exempt and was approved but Mr. Cooper never adjusted the balances and the issue has been going over for nearly 3-4 years. There is no one to take charge of this matter. I have gone to my Harris County office to confirm that I am exempt from paying a big portion of my taxes due to my home being my primary home and age. I have no idea why this company is so irresponsible and not helping their clients.

      I feel overwhelmed and I am definitely NOT RECOMMENDING THIS COMPANY to anyone that needs a loan. They are a detestable and willing thieves. They offer no help regardless that they know this is a very frustrating situation. If only SOMEONE would take the time to call me and settle this matter. I am fully willing to cooperate as long as SOMEONE IS willing to help me out. I got all the documents to prove that I have paid what they have billed me for -- and at the end of the year I end up getting the reimbursements from the Entities that Mr. Cooper pays to-- When they should not be collecting these taxes from me.

      Please call me and communicate with me. The last straw is that Mr. Cooper has now sold or transferred my balance to a company by the name of Rocket Mortgage--- And they too are of no help. There is no option to chat or talk to anyone--- As the times I have called I have also been disconnected. Please call me to get this matter settled once and for all. I appreciate whoever reads this review and I hope that you help me out. Thank you.

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      Response from Mr. Cooper

      Thank you for sharing your experience, Lisa. We’re truly sorry for the stress this has caused. We want to help get this resolved. Please contact us at 877-314-1499 so we can review your escrow, tax exemption, and transfer concerns in detail. We appreciate your feedback and the chance to make this right.

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      Reviewed March 13, 2026

      Tried to get my 2025 annual escrow and interest statement for January 2025 through August 2025 (when I refinanced). The link - sent me to another mortgage company (the one with which I had refinanced) for the August-December statement. Nothing I did got me to the Mr. Cooper statement. I spent 1 1/4 hours trying to contact Mr. Cooper online and by phone. Their website kept sending me to Rocket, which did not have my Mr. Cooper payment information for the "old" loan. Nightmare.

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      Reviewed March 2, 2026

      Have now called 3 times to get a re-issued check for overpaid escrow that was destroyed in the mail. Has been over 3 months and still no check. NOBODY there cares about their customers!!!! You know the ones paying your salary!!

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      Response from Mr. Cooper

      Thanks for letting us know. We’re sorry you’ve had to call so many times without getting this resolved. That’s not the experience we want for you. We’d like to look into your escrow check and help get this corrected. Please contact us so we can review your account and make this right. Thank you for your feedback.

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      Reviewed Feb. 28, 2026

      The worst customer service. They want you to do everything on the app. You will never be able to speak w/ anyone unless they think they’re suckering you into a refinance. Seems like it never fails when trying to make your payment their app is down. Or something is not right causing you to spend hours trying to make the payment. And then there’s no one to call and speak with. Ridiculous.

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      Reviewed Feb. 22, 2026

      If I could give Mr. Cooper negative stars, I would. They have been my mortgage holder for several years. They bought my mortgage from my previous holder. My escrow account with my previous holder worked smoothly. For some reason, Mr. Cooper did not set-up an escrow account when they bought my mortgage and I was still charged the same payment. EVERY YEAR since I have had to re-set-up my escrow account with them. This was the first year everything was going smoothly with my escrow . . . or so I thought. Mr. Cooper never paid my flood insurance policy. When I called to tell them to please pay it, I was told that they pay all the flood insurance payments at once. Well, my flood insurance lapsed and wound up being cancelled. I had to get a new policy at a HIGHER RATE, all because of Mr. Cooper. Negative 5 stars.

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      Response from Mr. Cooper

      Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re truly sorry for the frustration this has caused. This isn’t the experience we want for you. We’d like to review your escrow and flood insurance concerns in detail. Please contact us so we can help make this right.

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      After a positive interaction with Mr. Cooper, JR increased their star rating.

      Reviewed Feb. 12, 2026

      Trying to pay off our mortgage early so each month, I call in to make a "principal only" payment. Did so on Feb 3 with clear instructions that the amount was a principal payment. Yet, when the statement arrives, I see that the amount was not credited as instructed. Called and spoke with a rep who confirmed that the notes showed that the payment was for principal only but she is not sure why the system credited it towards the loan. How convenient!! Could it be that this 'mistake' was made because in paying off the loan early, the lender will not earn as much interest???

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      Reviewed Feb. 10, 2026

      I am retired military, senior and 100% service connected veteran. Dallas county granted me 100% tax exempt which Mr. Cooper continues to collect after sending them the tax exempt documents provided by Dallas County Tax office. When I asked for supervisor they said I would have to call back and talk to someone else. I emailed 7 different documents on November 5, 2025 after speaking with Mr Cooper customer service, then again on February 2, 2026 same documents. On Feb 10, I called again and emailed again the document proof of being property tax exempt only to be told they would review it again and it takes at least 2 weeks. Nationstar, Lakeview/Mr Cooper are the worst. I feel the staff is not qualified on handling mortgages and escrows. What to do here?

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      Reviewed Feb. 6, 2026

      The worst company with which I have ever dealt. They CANNOT manage the escrow appropriately and continue to tell me that my homeowners insurance has increased $3300+ year over year - which in fact it has not. You cannot get ANYONE on the phone and the "chat help" is hardly helpful.

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      Response from Mr. Cooper

      Thanks for sharing your feedback. I’m really sorry for the frustration this has caused. Escrow and insurance issues can be stressful, and this isn’t the experience we want for you. We’d like to take a closer look and help get this resolved. Please contact us so we can review your account together.

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      Mr. Cooper Company Information

      Company Name:
      Mr. Cooper
      Company Type:
      Public
      Address:
      8950 Cypress Waters Blvd
      City:
      Dallas
      State/Province:
      TX
      Postal Code:
      75019
      Country:
      United States
      Website:
      www.mrcooper.com