US Housing Lender Will Accept Bitcoin and Ethereum for Mortgage Qualification

Newrez, a leading mortgage lender and servicer, announced plans to begin recognizing cryptocurrency assets for mortgage qualification in February 2026. This marks a significant integration of digital finance into the traditional housing market. Newrez Targets Gen Z with Crypto-Inclusive Mortgage Products The initiative will allow borrowers to use holdings in Bitcoin, Ethereum, USD-pegged stablecoins, and spot crypto exchange-traded funds to verify assets. Those holdings may also be used to estimate incom ...