GlobeNewswire·Aug 20, 2026, 9:00 AM ET

Guaranteed Rate Affinity’s Mina Yasuda Marks 10 Years in Mortgage Industry with Launch of The Mina Group

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Guaranteed Rate Affinity announced the formation of The Mina Group, a new team led by vice president of mortgage lending Mina Yasuda.
Yasuda launched the team to expand her capacity to help borrowers understand financing options & navigate the homebuying process.
Yasuda began her mortgage career as an intern at age 18 & has spent the past decade helping families achieve homeownership.
Her work has earned her Chairman's Club & President's Club recognition based on her people-first approach & genuine relationships.
Her personal experience as a buyer who discovered a 5% down payment option shaped the educational focus of her business.
The team launch includes an appreciation event designed to resemble a community gathering rather than a traditional corporate celebration.
Yasuda expressed gratitude to clients, partners, mentors, friends, family, & teammates for their support in building the new group.
Dave Dickey, President & CPO of Guaranteed Rate Affinity, praised Yasuda's unique skills & accolades while celebrating the business launch.
Guaranteed Rate Affinity is a joint venture between Guaranteed Rate, Inc. (50.1% stake) & CIH Integrated Services (49.9% stake).
The joint venture has funded over $100 billion in loans since its inception & serves Anywhere Real Estate, Inc. & other brokerage partners.
The company provides fast pre-approvals, appraisals, & loan closings to support buyers in competitive markets & assist employers with employee relocation.
Disclosures note that the 5% down payment is for illustration only, financing is subject to credit & underwriting approval, & the company has no government agency affiliation.