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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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8 AM to 5 PM
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8 AM to 5 PM(Open now)
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8 AM to 5 PM
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My husband and I found Stephanie incredibly helpful. She was direct with the process which we appreciated as it saves us a lot of time . We will definitely go back to see her for future needs
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June 15th, 2026 03:10 PM
Thank you, Carly, for sharing your experience. We're grateful that Stephanie was able to provide the direct and helpful assistance you and your husband needed. We look forward to assisting you with any future needs.
Easy to work with
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June 9th, 2026 03:36 PM
Thank you, Ashton, for sharing your kind words. We're happy to hear that working with Stephanie was an easy experience for you. If there's anything more we can do for you, please let us know.
Perfect experience
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June 9th, 2026 03:39 PM
Thank you, Rhett, for sharing your experience. We're grateful to hear that everything went perfectly for you. If there's anything else we can assist with, please let us know.
Communication was a little delayed toward the end and felt in the dark at moments , but y'all got the job done and we are grateful!
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June 9th, 2026 03:42 PM
Corey, we appreciate your understanding and patience regarding the communication delays. We're glad that everything was completed successfully, and your gratitude means a lot to us. Please reach out directly if you have any further questions...
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Excellent communication during the entire transaction. They made sure we closed on time.
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June 9th, 2026 03:46 PM
Thank you for highlighting the excellent communication and timely closing, Suzette. We're glad to know that everything went smoothly during the transaction. If you need any further assistance, please feel free to reach out.
I would like to thank your entire staff in handling this process in a very professional way and thanks for your patience
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June 1st, 2026 01:40 PM
Thank you, Fredrick, for acknowledging our team's professionalism and patience throughout the process. We appreciate your kind words and are happy to have assisted you. If there's anything else we can do for you, please let us know.
Stephanie was excellent to work with! A real pro!
Reply from Joyner Brown
June 1st, 2026 01:46 PM
Jay, we're grateful for your kind words about working with Stephanie. It's appreciated to hear that you found her professionalism to be strong. If there's anything else you need, don't hesitate to let us know.
You and you team are always a pleasure to
work with. You guys make the process seamless and easy!
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June 1st, 2026 01:47 PM
Thank you, Melissa! We're happy to hear that you find working with our team a pleasure and that the process was seamless and easy. Your kind words mean a lot to us.
Stephanie and her entire team were amazing! They communicated efficiently throughout the process, and helped our clients step by step through the entire time
Reply from Joyner Brown
June 1st, 2026 01:50 PM
Cody, we're grateful for your kind words about Stephanie and her team. It's great to hear that their efficient communication and step-by-step assistance made the process smooth for your clients. Thank you for sharing this positive experience...
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Overall very responsive. Only real issue was in getting some of the paperwork (names right) correct early on.
Reply from Joyner Brown
June 1st, 2026 01:52 PM
Thank you for sharing your feedback, David. We're glad to hear you found our team very responsive. We apologize for the early paperwork issue and appreciate your understanding. If there's anything more we can assist you with, please reach out...
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About
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.