Hana Bank: Low rates. Useful niches

Hana Bank isn't exactly a household name, despite its 42-year history in Canada. But it's a name worth knowing—assuming you're a broker who likes competitive uninsured pricing and flexible underwriting.

Hana is a profitable mid-size Korean bank with $452 billion in global assets. It’s been in Canada's broker channel for 15 years and is well-capitalized. Much of its funding comes from the mothership back home.

For high-volume brokers with varied client types, Hana’s specialties can get deals closed for unique or rate-sensitive files. Here's what you need to know.