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Stephanie Machado Barto at GMFS Mortgage - NM...
Branch Manager | Senior Loan Officer
Stephanie has been helping families achieve homeownership since 2003. As a Senior Loan Officer and Branch Manager, she has built her reputation on expert guidance, honest communication, and a genuine passion for helping clients make confide... Show More
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Thank you to everything who helped make this process a lot less stressful. Everyone was prompt but also extremely patient with us which made us feel so comfortable throughout everything .
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May 26th, 2026 01:37 PM
We're grateful for your kind words, Kristine. It's appreciated to know that our team's promptness and patience made the process more comfortable for you. If you have any further questions or need assistance, we're here to help.
Stephanie was a pleasure to work with from day 1 to closing! She was proactive, excellent with communication, and always available to answer any questions we had throughout the process. She made everything feel smooth and stress-free, and we...
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May 26th, 2026 01:40 PM
We're so happy to hear that Stephanie provided you with such a smooth and stress-free experience, Claire. It's appreciated to know her communication and dedication made a positive impact on your journey. Thank you for your kind words and recommendation....
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Helping my buyers everything was smooth and on time. Communication was amazing! 100% a smooth transaction
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May 26th, 2026 01:44 PM
Thank you, Michelle, for sharing your positive experience with us. We appreciate your kind words about the smooth and timely transaction and are glad to hear that communication was great. If you need any further assistance in the future, please...
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I have used Stephanie before as our lender and we will use her everytime! She is fast, efficient and ensures you know everything happening at each step of your loan processing. She makes the home buying process easy and painless!
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May 26th, 2026 01:45 PM
Thank you, Shelley, for sharing your appreciated experience with Stephanie. We're pleased to know that her efficiency and communication made your home buying process easy and painless. We truly value your trust in us and look forward to assisting...
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Stephanie kept us informed every step of the way and she helped us close in a fairly short period of time. She and her entire staff were always available for any questions we had and I highly recommend them!
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May 26th, 2026 01:46 PM
We're happy to hear that Stephanie and her team were able to keep you informed and assist you in closing quickly, Jason. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we're grateful for your kind words. If you have any more questions or need further...
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We struggled with what we felt was an easy loan with another company for almost 45 days and it didn't work out. Our son looked up who were some of the best lenders in our area and he said GMFS had some of the best reviews. Thankfully the process...
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Reply from Joyner Brown
May 26th, 2026 01:46 PM
It’s appreciated to hear that your experience with us was significantly easier and pleasant, Paul. We're grateful for your trust in GMFS and appreciate your kind words about Michelle and the team. We look forward to assisting you with any future...
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Thank you for everything!
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May 26th, 2026 02:24 PM
We appreciate your kind words, Brandon! It's great to know you had a positive experience with us. If you ever need further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Everyone was very helpful!
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May 20th, 2026 05:58 PM
Thank you, Carleigh! We're grateful to hear that everyone was helpful during your experience with GMFS Mortgage. If there's anything else we can assist you with, please let us know.
Stephanie took care of my clients who happen to be my kids. She and her team are the best of the best. Top tier. thank you guys for all that you do.
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May 20th, 2026 01:55 PM
Thank you, Sandra, for your kind words about Stephanie and her team. We're grateful for the trust you've placed in us to assist your clients, especially when they are your family. Your appreciation means a lot to us.
Stephanie and her team were professional, friendly and helped guide me every step of the way. They truly made this experience pleasant & easy. Thank you so much for helping make my dream home come true!
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May 20th, 2026 01:55 PM
Thank you, Tammy, for your kind words about Stephanie and her team. We're grateful to hear that they made your experience pleasant and easy. Congratulations on your dream home!
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Stephanie has been helping families achieve homeownership since 2003. As a Senior Loan Officer and Branch Manager, she has built her reputation on expert guidance, honest communication, and a genuine passion for helping clients make confident financial decisions.
Stephanie has consistently been recognized as one of Louisiana’s top-producing mortgage professionals. She has built her business on expertise, responsiveness, and long-term relationships with her clients and referral partners. Her philosophy is simple: every mortgage is more than a loan—it’s a family’s future. By providing honest advice, clear communication, and tailored financing solutions, she helps clients navigate one of life’s biggest financial decisions with confidence.
Products & Services
Mortgage Loan Officer
FHA Home Loan
VA Home Loan
Jumbo Home Loan
Home Renovation Loan
Mortgage Refinance
Construction Loan
Medical Professional Mortgages
USDA Loans
DSCR Loans
Cash-Out Refinances
Specialities
100% Financing Loans
2/1 Buydown Mortgage
Adjustable Rate Mortgage
ARM Loans
Bank Statement Program - 1099
Buydown Mortgages
Cash-Out Refinance
Conventional Loan
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Memberships
- Northshore Area Board of Realtors (NABOR)
- Louisiana Mortgage Bankers Association — GMFS Mortgage Member / Industry Representative
- Member of The Working Moms Club :)
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Year Started
1999
Time Zone
Central Standard Time (CST)
Licenses
- NMLS # 71339
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Achievements
- Top USDA lender for 10+ years
- Top Lender in Louisiana for 10+ years
- Top Woman Originator in Louisiana
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- Travel
- Exercise
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Disclaimer
Equal Housing Lender. ©2017 GMFS LLC NMLS #64997. Branch is located at 119 Terra Bella Blvd. Covington, LA 70433. NMLS #881184.Georgia Residential Mortgage Licensee – License #14655. All mortgages are originated at 7389 Florida Blvd. Suite 200A Baton Rouge, LA 70806.