Union Home Mortgage Welcomes Renee Hildebrand as VP of M&A

Union Home Mortgage (UHM) has appointed Renee Hildebrand as the new National Vice President of Mergers and Acquisitions, effective February 17, 2026. With over 25 years of experience in the mortgage industry, Hildebrand will focus on identifying and integrating top-tier organizations into UHM while maintaining the company’s distinctive culture and high level of service.

Hildebrand expressed enthusiasm about her new role, stating, “I’m thrilled to join the incredible team of mortgage professionals at Union Home Mortgage. I truly believe that the right people make a world of difference, and that idea will be central to our strategy as we grow this company.” Her appointment comes at a time when UHM is strategically positioning itself for expansion in a competitive market.

In her previous roles, Hildebrand has demonstrated expertise in driving growth through various avenues, including acquisitions, joint ventures, and partnerships with homebuilders. Notably, she played a significant role in ten mergers over the past decade, representing companies such as Guild Mortgage during its acquisition of Academy Mortgage, as well as Cardinal Financial, Bay Equity Home Loans, Stearns Lending, Caliber Home Loans, and Nationstar.

Hildebrand’s extensive background encompasses business development initiatives that foster strategic alliances with financial institutions, hedge funds, and mortgage servicers. She began her career as a loan officer and retail branch manager, which provided her with a well-rounded perspective on loan production and the operational aspects of mortgage banking.

Bill Cosgrove, CEO of Union Home Mortgage, welcomed Hildebrand to the team, stating, “On behalf of all our Partners, I want to welcome Renee to Union Home Mortgage. Her level of expertise after interfacing with so many mortgage companies over her storied career will make a lasting impact on Union Home, and I am excited to see what the future holds with her on our team.”

Union Home Mortgage operates as a full-service independent mortgage banking company with branches across the United States, including 48 states and Washington, D.C. It prides itself on being an in-house loan servicer that combines technology with personalized customer service. The company is a privately held family business known for its collaborative culture, which is underscored by a Code of Conduct emphasizing respect, open communication, and accountability.

UHM has received accolades such as being listed among USA Today’s Top Workplaces and has consistently ranked as a Top Workplace in Northeast Ohio for eleven consecutive years. These honors reflect the company’s commitment to excellence in customer retention and satisfaction.

To learn more about Union Home Mortgage, visit their website at www.uhm.com.