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Dedicated to helping the economy grow by safely enabling greater credit access to industry, consumers and investors.
SFA CEO Michael Bright Testifies Before the House Financial Services Committee
On February 11, 2026, Michael Bright was a panelist in a congressional hearing entitled “Homeownership and the Role of the Secondary Mortgage Market.”
A Stronger Framework for European Securitization Will Support Growth for All
In his latest blog post, SFA CEO Michael Bright encourages EU and UK policy makers to simplify and modernize their securitization regulations to unlock capital for businesses and families and spur economic growth.
SFA Conflict of Interest Resource Hub
Our SFA Conflict of Interest Resource Hub aggregates key materials to keep you informed on this critical issue, along with insights from our members to provide diverse perspectives and valuable commentary.
Upcoming Events
SFCanada 2026
SFA Research Symposium 2026
WiS Year-End Event 2026
SFVegas® 2027 – Engage | Learn | Connect
SFAcademy: The Bootcamp Series
The Structured Finance Association (SFA) has launched a new structured finance education program, the SFAcademy. Every other week, new content will be added to our inaugural Bootcamp Series.
Our Modules are designed to introduce the fundamentals of securitization and various securitized asset classes through accessible explanations and real-life examples to practitioners of all levels.
Research Corner
SFA Research Corner: How Capital Rules Shape Securitization
April 2, 2026
Capital rules play a central role in how credit is created, distributed, and funded. In this piece, we explore how recent Basel III revisions and NAIC RBC developments are shaping securitization—affecting both bank origination decisions and insurer demand. The takeaway: capital rules don’t just measure risk—they shape what gets financed and where liquidity ultimately flows.
SFA News
Spring Homebuying Season Begins with Uneven Thawing
U.S. housing affordability has improved year over year across all 50 major markets, with buying power rising 10% nationally as the spring buying season begins….
March Job Gains Stronger Than Expected
According to the April 3 US jobs report, job growth rebounded in March with 178,000 new jobs added and the unemployment rate holding at 4.3%,…
Treasury Works to Address Rising Risks in Private Credit Market
The US Treasury will meet with domestic and international insurance regulators beginning in April to assess emerging risks in the private credit sector, aiming to…
Treasury Yields Steady as Economic Data Offsets Geopolitical Uncertainty
U.S. Treasury yields were little changed, with the 10‑year hovering around 4.3% as investors weighed economic data against ongoing uncertainty surrounding the Middle East. Resilience…
Ginnie Mae Eases Issuer Deadlines and Expands Data Disclosure
Ginnie Mae removed advance‑notice requirements for extension requests on annual financial statements due March 31, giving issuers more flexibility as new audit reporting standards take…
