Meet Our Sr. Loan officer Brad Shoemaker
Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or looking to refinance, our team of experienced professionals is here to guide you through every step of the process.
Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or looking to refinance, our team of experienced professionals is here to guide you through every step of the process.
Detail-Oriented Problem Solver
Focused on every detail, Brad ensures nothing falls through the cracks. His proactive approach helps clients avoid common pitfalls, creating a smoother, faster mortgage experience from pre-approval to closing day.
Reliable and Communicative Partner
Clients can count on Brad to keep them informed and prepared throughout the loan process. His clear updates and steady communication make even complex transactions feel manageable and stress-free.
Efficiency and On-Time Closings
Brad’s dedication to his family shapes the way he treats his clients — with care, patience, and respect. He understands the importance of finding the perfect home for loved ones and brings that same energy to his work, ensuring every client feels like a priority throughout their homeownership journey.
Brad Shoemaker is recognized across the Florida, North Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, Maryland market as a leading professional in mortgage financing. With a deep understanding of the current lending guidelines, He/She leverages Southern Trust’s tools and processes to minimize the time between application and closing. First-time homebuyers and experienced investors alike turn to Brad Shoemaker for a fast and reliable homebuying process. He/She doesn’t just promise a positive lending experience; He/She delivers a hassle-free path to the closing table, ensuring clients can compete with others offers and move into their new home without stress.
The Creative Problem Solver
Brad is committed to building a legacy defined by honesty, service, and strong relationships. He believes the greatest impact he can leave behind is the trust and confidence his clients have in him, inspiring future generations to lead with integrity and a genuine desire to help others succeed.
Where other lenders see roadblocks, Brad Shoemaker sees opportunity. Specializing in a variety of loan programs, He/She is the go-to resource for buyers whether they are purchasing their first home or expanding their real estate portfolio. Utilizing all the resources that Southern Trust has available, Brad Shoemaker is able to personalize the mortgage process to fit each buyer’s unique financial situation and confidently guide each buyer from contract to closing.
Precision Lending for a Flawless Closing
Brad combines technical expertise with a personal touch. His goal is to make the lending process feel approachable, understandable, and empowering — ensuring every client feels supported and confident as they move toward achieving their dreams of homeownership.
In mortgage lending, the smallest detail can delay a closing. Brad Shoemaker brings precision and detail-oriented execution to every step of the process. Known for meticulous file preparation and systematic review, He/She ensures all documentation is accurate and complete. This flawless execution minimizes conditions, prevents last-minute surprises, and delivers the predictability that clients and real estate agents demand. With Brad Shoemaker and Southern Trust, you can expect a positive mortgage experience from application to funding.
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I cannot rave more about Brad. My realtor had set me up with Brad directly and from the start he was so informative and helpful with the whole process. He helped my fiancé with certain credit issues running into us getting our loan and was always so attentive to our questions or needs. If there were certain questions or concerns we had we’d text him and he always call right away to help us out. His team was always so fast and very responsive and understanding to certain circumstances we ran into during our loan process that they got resolved within the day or next day. I cannot thank Brad and his whole team enough for making my fiancé and I dream come true of being homeowners. Just know if you have the pleasure of having Brad as your lender trust that you’re in great hands and they’ve got your back!
10/10 went above and beyond to ensure I got into my home at a high rate of speed . Time management and professionalism were outstanding . Really ensured I felt important and was very informative and clear throughout the entire process. Thank you for your dedication and time . Brad , Megan and the rest of his team were phenomenal :)
Excellent support. Quickly processed our loan application enabling us to get our house under contract under 48 hrs. Staff was awesome to work with. You will thank yourself for making the decision to use Brad for your loan.
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Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or looking to refinance, our team of experienced professionals is here to guide you through every step of the process.
