Chris Planto is once again affiliated with Rate, rejoining as vice president of mortgage lending for the Houston market.

Planto first joined Rate as an originator in 2019. Most recently, he served as a senior loan officer with CrossCountry Mortgage.

“We are absolutely thrilled to welcome back Chris Planto to our Rate family,” Executive Vice President Todd Heaton said in a press release. “Chris is not only one of the best originators in the country, he’s also genuinely kind and a great person to be around. We’re proud to have him back where he belongs.”

Recognized as a top producer in the industry, Planto was ranked among the top 1% of mortgage originators in the country by Scotsman Guide.

“There’s nothing like the culture at Rate. It’s a place where top producers share ideas, learn from each other and have the technology and support to deliver the best possible experience for clients,” said Planto. “It’s an exciting time to be back and part of this team. It feels like coming home.”