Planto served at Fee between 2019 and 2022, throughout which era he earned Chairman’s Circle honors and constructed a popularity for distinctive consumer service, mentorship and outcomes.
“There’s nothing just like the tradition at Fee,” Planto mentioned in a statment. “It’s a spot the place prime producers share concepts, be taught from one another, and have the expertise and help to ship the very best expertise for shoppers.
“I’ve additionally seen the unbelievable expertise that’s joined Fee lately and the expansion taking place within the Houston market — it’s an thrilling time to be again and a part of this group. It seems like coming house.”
In keeping with Modex information, Planto’s year-to-date manufacturing is $28.25 million, with a mean mortgage measurement of $448,467. In 2024, his manufacturing totaled $49.89 million throughout 138 funded loans.
“We’re constructing one thing actually particular right here in Houston, and Chris’s return is a mirrored image of that momentum,” mentioned Chris Kelso, senior vice chairman and Houston regional supervisor at Fee.
“He brings deep market data, a relentless drive to assist shoppers succeed, and the type of management that evokes everybody round him. Having somebody of his caliber again on our group is a large win for the Houston market and for Fee as an entire.”

