This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in lending funds with real estate as collateral.

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

• Servicing loans--are classified in Industry 522390, Other Activities Related to Credit Intermediation;
• Arranging loans for others on a commission or fee basis--are classified in Industry 522310, Mortgage and Nonmortgage Loan Brokers; and
• Accepting deposits and lending funds secured by real estate--are classified in Industry Group 5221, Depository Credit Intermediation.