Leading national residential mortgage lender PrimeLending®, a PlainsCapital Company, is proud to announce the appointment of mortgage industry veteran Brian McKinney as Executive Vice President, Growth and Strategic Development. This newly created position is part of PrimeLending's strategic efforts to optimize business practices and explore new revenue opportunities with the ultimate goal of driving company growth.

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Mortgage industry veteran Brian McKinney joins PrimeLending, a leading national residential mortgage lender, as Executive Vice President, Growth and Strategic Development. This newly created position is part of the company's strategic efforts to optimize business practices and explore new revenue opportunities with the ultimate goal of driving company growth. (Photo: Business Wire)

"Brian is a tremendous addition to our team, bringing an incredible track record of success building top-performing business lines in the mortgage industry," said Steve Thompson, President and CEO of PrimeLending. "Brian shares our commitment to excellence – we don't settle for average – and I'm excited to see the positive impact that Brian will have on the future of PrimeLending."

With more than 30 years of leadership experience in financial services and retail mortgage lending, including his recent role as CEO of a national full-service mortgage lender, McKinney brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to PrimeLending.

"I'm excited to join PrimeLending, a company I've long admired as the gold standard in the industry for its excellence and innovation," McKinney said. "As part of the Hilltop Holdings family, PrimeLending is backed by a well-funded and supportive owner, providing unmatched stability and resources. I look forward to helping drive the next chapter of this proven organization."

About PrimeLending

PrimeLending is a national home lender combining personal guidance and local expertise with fast service, more choices and the flexibility to meet homeowners' unique needs. PrimeLending is focused on empowering its customers to pursue their homeownership goals, whether they're looking to buy, refinance, renovate or build a home. The PrimeLending team works alongside our customers in all 50 states, helping them make home financing decisions and have a rewarding experience along the way. Delivering on this promise since 1986, we're proud to consistently earn a 96% customer satisfaction rating.^* PrimeLending is a wholly owned subsidiary of PlainsCapital Bank, which in turn is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hilltop Holdings Inc. (NYSE:HTH). More information at PrimeLending.com. All loans subject to credit approval. Rates and fees subject to change.

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^*Survey administered and managed by an independent third party following loan closing. 96% satisfaction rating refers to the rating our customers give our loan officers. PrimeLending received an overall 96% Customer Satisfaction Rating for the period 1/1/23-12/31/23.

All loans subject to credit approval. Rates and fees subject to change.

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