Los Angeles – October 28, 2026 -- OriginPoint Mortgage has recruited the We Fund LA team from New American Funding, adding more than $200 million in annual mortgage production and an established Southern California presence to its originator base.
Arias and Sequeira co-manage the team that moves to OriginPoint
The team is co-managed by Daniel Arias and Ron Sequeira. Arias has 22 years of industry experience and serves borrowers and real estate partners across Los Angeles, Southern California and Santa Barbara. His record includes perennial President's Council honors, recognition among the nation's top 1% of mortgage originators, and repeated selection as a Scotsman Guide Top Originator.
We Fund LA combines a broad range of financing solutions with proprietary technology and a personalized service model. The team focuses on complex financing cases and has built lasting relationships with borrowers and real estate professionals in the region.
OriginPoint CEO James Elliott pitches resources and independence to top originators
James Elliott, President and CEO of OriginPoint, said the best originators are looking for a competitive advantage rather than just another lender. He said the company's role is to give top producers the resources, support and freedom to dominate their markets.
OriginPoint also points to its relationship with Compass International Holdings, competitive pricing, technology and operational support as the draw for mortgage professionals.
Arias cites flight to quality as basis for market share growth
Arias said the move reflects a commitment to growth in an increasingly competitive lending environment. "During challenging times, there is a flight to quality," he said, adding that this dynamic has allowed his team to keep growing market share regardless of conditions.