Essent Group Ltd. primarily functions as a provider of private mortgage insurance and reinsurance for home loans secured by residential properties across the United States. Their extensive range of mortgage protection includes primary, pool, and master policies. Furthermore, the company offers information technology maintenance and development, dedicated customer assistance, and supplies both underwriting consulting and contract underwriting services. Their clientele consists mainly of residential mortgage originators, such as regulated banks, credit unions, independent mortgage banks, and other lending institutions. Established in 2008, the firm's headquarters are situated in Hamilton, Bermuda.