Impac Prefers NYSE

Impac Commercial Holdings Inc., a commercial mortgage company based in Santa Ana Heights, said it is seeking to have its stock listed on the New York Stock Exchange. The real estate investment trust’s shares currently trade on the American Stock Exchange.

Impac, which went public last year, said it plans to retain its trading symbol, ICH.

The company said it believes the move will increase its visibility and broaden its potential investor base.

The stock closed Friday at $10.56, up 31 cents a share.