Leadership Changes at UHM

Union Home Mortgage (UHM) has announced the elevation of two key figures within its organization, positioning them to drive future growth. This move comes as the company continues its strategic expansion in the mortgage industry.

Smith, who has been with UHM since 2002, established himself as a leading producer, earning a distinguished spot in the UHM President’s Club due to his outstanding origination volumes and exceptional customer service. He has also expanded his role into executive coaching and training, leading to the creation of the in-house program, Partners Coaching Partners.

“I’m so grateful for this opportunity to work with my fellow UHM Partners in a new way,” said Smith. “Being a part of UHM over the past 23 years has shaped me both professionally and personally, and I hope that I can pass that legacy on to other Partners through continued coaching and training in this position.”

New Technological Innovations

Joining UHM is Alonzo, who arrives with 25 years of expertise in the mortgage and banking sectors, having most recently worked with Caliber Home Loans. Alonzo’s role will focus on leveraging technology to enhance the company’s operations and improve experiences for both borrowers and employees.

“I’m so thankful for the chance to bring my expertise to Union Home Mortgage and help mold the future of the company, technologically speaking,” Alonzo stated. “Union Home is already showing a lot of promise in growth and customer satisfaction, and I’m confident that our tech will continue to improve in tandem as well.”

Recent Acquisitions and Company Growth

On the business front, UHM has made significant strides through the acquisition of Houston-based NRL Mortgage, although the financial terms of this agreement have not been disclosed. Despite this, UHM has demonstrated remarkable growth, originating approximately $7.6 billion in mortgages last year, while NRL contributed just over $1 billion.

This acquisition follows another strategic move late last year when UHM purchased Michigan-based Amerifirst Home Mortgage, strengthening its market presence and reinforcing recruitment efforts for talented loan officers.

Ongoing Legal Matters

Despite its positive trajectory, UHM is currently involved in legal disputes with nine former employees. The individuals were sued over allegations of breaching multiple agreements, including non-compete clauses, following their transition to new roles at American Pacific Mortgage, which has not been mentioned in the lawsuits.