Form 4: Velocity Financial CFO Sells Shares for Tax

Velocity Financial's Chief Financial Officer, Mark R. Szczepaniak, disposed of 4,255 shares of common stock at $18.70 per share to cover tax liabilities from restricted stock vesting.

Summary

• Mark R. Szczepaniak, Chief Financial Officer of Velocity Financial, Inc. (VEL), reported a transaction on January 13, 2026.
• The transaction involved the disposition of 4,255 shares of common stock.
• These shares were withheld by Velocity Financial as payment for tax liabilities resulting from the vesting of previously granted restricted stock.
• The price per share for the disposed securities was $18.70.
• Following this transaction, Mr. Szczepaniak directly owns 99,194 shares and indirectly owns 51,502 shares through a family trust, totaling 150,696 shares.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: Neutral. This is a routine tax-related transaction for an executive's compensation, not indicative of positive or negative company performance or outlook.

Future Outlook

NA

Industry Context

This transaction is a routine insider filing related to executive compensation and tax obligations, not directly indicative of broader industry trends or competitive positioning.

Stakeholder Impact

• Minimal direct impact on shareholders as this is a routine tax-related transaction by an insider, not a discretionary sale indicating a change in confidence.

Key Dates

Keywords

Velocity Financial, VEL, Form 4, Insider Transaction, CFO, Stock Sale, Restricted Stock, Tax Withholding, Beneficial Ownership