Who I Recommend
PEOPLE I SUGGEST FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE
SOME GREAT LOCAL PEOPLE AND COMPANIES WHO HELP MY CLIENTS, AND ME, SUCCESSFULLY CLOSE REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS.
MORTGAGE LENDERS:
Prime Lending
Brittany N. Boudreaux
225-614-9093 (Office Direct)
225-217-2481 (Cell)
bboudreaux@primelending.com
All Loan Types including FHA with Renovation / Remodel "built in"
E Mortgage Management, LLC
Timothy Whalen ..... Mortgage Loan Originator
NMLS MLS ID# 131651
225-337-3315 (Cell)
All Loan Types
All Loan Types
SUSAN'S TIP: Ask what loan type is best for you and what are the qualifications and down payment, not just the rate of interest. You also need to know approximate closing costs and pre-paid costs. Don't be shy - if you do not understand some of the terminology ... ask for an explanation you do understand! Knowledge is Power and it will relieve undue stress. And, I'm always available should you wish to ask me any question about financing!
APPRAISERS:
Haase and Associates
225-924-1010
Johnny Dunaway
225-924-3619
Mike Delaune
225-261-3250
Winston Landry
225-769-4414
SUSAN'S TIP:
Buying a New Home / Getting a New Loan? DO NOT get an appraisal - lender will.
Thinking of Selling Your Home? You may wish to have an appraiser measure the house for accurate living and total areas, but an appraisal is not necessary.
** Part of my listing service is helping sellers determine the best price for their
market. Appraisals are only good for 6 months, but I am constantly watching
the market in my sellers areas.
HOME INSPECTORS:
Advantage ServicesKevin Dinkle ..... Owner / Inspector
Peter Forestall ..... Inspector
Chad Dinkle ..... Inspector
225-753-8114
** Mechanical, Systems, Entire General Condition; Termite Inspections at a Fee
At Ease Home Inspections
Kary Stevens ..... Owner / Inspector
225-405-2038
atinspect@bellsouth.net
www.homegauge.com/shgi/at/ ** Mechanical, Systems, Entire General Condition
House Call InspectionsJohnny Joyner ..... Inspector
225-769-0959
** Mechanical, Systems, Entire General Condition; Free Termite Inspections
SUSAN'S TIP: As part of a purchase agreement, a Buyer has the right to have any and all parts of a home inspected. Inspectors generally cover everything mechanical in a home, roof condition, and the like, but be sure to ASK QUESTIONS about what all each company includes, as they can vary. Since January 2008, either the buyer or seller can have a termite inspection performed, so ask if that is included. Inspectors don't usually inspect "Independent Sewer Systems" and a Buyer may ask the Seller to perform these inspections or hire a contractor of their choice.
LOCAL CLOSING TITLE COMPANIES:
Baton Rouge Title
Perkins Road Location - 225-769-5194
Coursey Boulevard Location - 225-291-1111
Serving All Areas in and around Baton Rouge
Law Office of Terri Lacey
West Baton Rouge - 225-343-0759
Terri Lacey, Attorney
Serving West Baton Rouge, Pointe Coupee, Iberville Parishes and City of Baton Rouge
Preferred Title
Bluebonnet Boulevard - 225-766-6464
Patrick Miller, Attorney
Serving All Areas in and around Baton Rouge
Commerce Title Company
Silverside off Perkins Rd Location - 225-769-8800
Walter Comeaux, Attorney
Sherwood Forest Blvd Location - 225-292-9130
Mike Grace, Attorney
Serving All Areas in and around Baton Rouge
SUSAN'S TIP: Confer with your lending institution before engaging a title company, to ensure they work with them . The title companies above are approved by most all major mortgage companies in the area.
INSURANCE COMPANIES:
David Cordell Insurance
Representing Farmers and Safeco Ins. Companies
Agent: David Cordell
Phone: 225-767-8840
Farm Bureau Insurance
Agent: Bradley Milam
Phone: 225-749-4100
Allstate Insurance Company
Agent: Karlene Guercio
Phone: 225-344-2816
State Farm Insurance
Agent: Clay Stewart
Phone: 225-344-3743
