FlipCo Financial Named Founding Premier Capital Partner of AIME

HOUSTON, TX — October 2026 — FlipCo Financial, a premier multi-state private lender with more than 2,500 funded transactions across 20 states in six years of operation, has been named a Founding Premier Capital Partner of the Association of Independent Mortgage Experts (AIME) — one of the nation's largest and most influential broker advocacy organizations. The partnership connects FlipCo's private lending platform directly to AIME's network of more than 40,000 independent mortgage brokers and loan originators.

The announcement marks a significant milestone not only for both organizations, but for the broader mortgage origination industry at a moment when the traditional boundaries between lending channels are shifting rapidly.

A New Reality for Originators

For years, mortgage professionals operated largely within a single lane — conventional, non-QM, or private — with little crossover. That model is changing. The last twelve months have brought a surge in non-QM and DSCR product demand, and originators across the country are recognizing that to truly serve their clients, they need to understand every tool available to get a loan closed.

The data underscores the urgency: investors are currently purchasing one in every three single-family properties in the United States. The overwhelming majority of these are mom-and-pop investors — individuals and small operators who depend on the expertise and relationships of their trusted broker to navigate a deal. For brokers who have never originated a private money loan, this partnership is a direct bridge to that market.

The lines between conventional, non-conventional, and private lending are becoming increasingly blurred. The originators who will win in this environment are the ones who know all of the ways to get a loan closed — not just the ones they've always used. This partnership with AIME gives us the platform to bring that education and access to tens of thousands of brokers who are ready for it."

Kayla Pelland, Executive Vice President, FlipCo Financial

About the Partnership

As a Founding Premier Capital Partner of AIME, FlipCo Financial will have a dedicated presence across AIME's ecosystem — including content distribution, broker education, events such as the FUSE Conference, and direct engagement with the independent broker community. The Founding status reflects FlipCo's position as one of the first private capital partners to formalize this level of commitment to the broker channel through AIME.

Having FlipCo as a Founding Premier Capital Partner is about giving AIME brokers more ways to serve their clients, win business, and build stronger companies. The timing matters because brokers can’t grow tomorrow’s business on yesterday’s playbook—we need partners who help our community open new doors.”

Kenneth Travis, Chief Sales Officer, AIME

A Call to the Origination Community

The partnership also carries a broader message for mortgage professionals navigating an increasingly complex market: the associations and partners you choose to invest your time and resources in matter. Surrounding yourself with the right people — those who are aligned with where the industry is heading — is one of the most important decisions an originator can make right now.

AIME's mission to champion the independent broker channel, combined with FlipCo's depth in private capital, creates a resource that is directly relevant to the moment brokers are living in. For originators who have historically operated only in the conventional space, this is an invitation to expand their toolkit, grow their knowledge, and better serve the investor clients already coming to their door.

Brokers and loan originators interested in learning more about the opportunities in originating private money loans — or who want to explore what FlipCo's resources can mean for their business — are encouraged to visit www.FlipCo.info/getfunded or reach out directly. The associations you align with, and the capital partners you choose, are a reflection of the business you're building.

About FlipCo Financial

FlipCo Financial is a premier multi-state private lender specializing in residential fix-and-flip, bridge, and investment property loans. With more than 2,500 funded transactions across 20 states over six years, FlipCo has built its reputation on speed, reliability, and a deep commitment to the real estate investment community. FlipCo is located in Houston Texas and operates across Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.

Learn more at FlipCo.info/getfunded.

About AIME

The Association of Independent Mortgage Experts (AIME) is the nation's leading advocacy and community organization for independent mortgage brokers. With a network of more than 40,000 brokers and loan originators, AIME provides education, industry advocacy, events, and resources that empower the broker channel to compete and thrive in today's mortgage landscape.

Media Contact

Kayla Pelland, Executive Vice President, FlipCo Financial

kpelland@flipcofinancial.com

(888) 703-FLIP