National residential mortgage lender PrimeLending, a PlainsCapital Company, announced that four loan originators have been named 2026 Top Latino Mortgage Originators by the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP), which recognizes the nation’s top-performing Latino mortgage professionals.
PrimeLending’s honorees are:
- Angela Johnson (NMLS: 1662302), Loan Originator, Rochester, NY
- Arianny Arias (NMLS: 1039781), Production Manager, Methuen, MA
- Veronica Platero (NMLS: 276642), Branch Manager, El Centro, CA
- Tino Martinez (NMLS: 1457806), Loan Originator, Richland, WA
“Our loan originators are the heart of what makes PrimeLending special, and Angela, Arianny, Veronica, and Tino are outstanding examples of that,” said Al Velasco, EVP, National Production, PrimeLending. “They bring expertise, dedication and genuine care to every customer interaction, and this recognition reflects the positive impact they have on the lives of our customers every day.”
Built on the belief that homeownership plays a vital role in building generational wealth, creating financial security and strengthening communities, PrimeLending remains committed to making homeownership more accessible for all.
“A heartfelt congratulations to our four exceptional honorees for making this distinguished list,” said Latonia Donaldson, SVP, National Director of Multicultural Community Lending at PrimeLending. “At PrimeLending, our mission has always been to ensure that the dream of homeownership is accessible to everyone. Our long-standing partnership with organizations like NAHREP empowers us to drive meaningful change, and it is the dedication of leaders like Angela, Arianny, Veronica, and Tino that turns that mission into a reality for countless families every single day.”
PrimeLending offers a wide range of mortgage solutions, including down payment assistance programs1, along with Spanish-language mortgage information and application support2 to help more families navigate the path to homeownership.
This year, PrimeLending celebrates its 40th anniversary as a mortgage lender.
About PrimeLending®
PrimeLending, a PlainsCapital Company, is a national home lender that has helped individuals and families achieve their homeownership goals for 40 years. Known for making the mortgage process simple, transparent, and rewarding, PrimeLending combines personal guidance with innovative digital tools to deliver a best-in-class3 experience from application to closing. With a 97% overall satisfaction rating4 and a wide range of loan options, PrimeLending is dedicated to providing expert service and long-lasting financial confidence. PrimeLending is a wholly owned subsidiary of PlainsCapital Bank, which in turn is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hilltop Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HTH). For more information, visit PrimeLending.com.
1Certain restrictions apply, subject to down payment assistance program guidelines. Not available in all areas. Please contact your PrimeLending loan officer for more details.
2The mortgage process will take place in English on documents printed in English aside from foreign language disclaimers required by law. If you have difficulty understanding English or reading English, you are advised to bring your own interpreter over the age of 18. PrimeLending will NOT provide an interpreter for your use.
3Named 2025 Best-in-Class lender by STRATMOR MortgageCX for Overall Satisfaction, Loan Originators, Processors, Net Promoter Score, Online Tools and Application Process.
4Survey administered and managed by STRATMOR MortgageCX following loan closing. PrimeLending received an overall 97% Customer Satisfaction Rating for the period Jan. 1, 2025–Dec. 31, 2025. All loans subject to credit approval. Rates and fees subject to change. ©2026 PrimeLending, a PlainsCapital Company (PrimeLending). (NMLS: 13649) Equal Housing Lender.
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