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Kristy Ragsdale

Kristy Ragsdale

VP, Sr. Loan Officer

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Q&A with Kristy Ragsdale

Why did you decide on your career?

Many lenders say that when they started working in the mortgage industry, they had no expectation for it to evolve into a career. It seems that once you get into it you do not get out. This applied to me. I did not intend for it to be my career but I absolutely fell in love with it. It is very rewarding to be involved with homeownership. You see the joys and achievement it brings to families.

List up to 3 things you enjoy doing on weekends.

On the weekends I enjoy cooking. I love to eat and cooking different cuisines. I also enjoy sailing our Hobie Cat and fishing off the back. I take in a concert any chance I get.

List 1-3 reasons you’re different than others in your profession.

I have over 20 years experience as a lender. I strive to communicate through each step of the process. I have a great attention to detail. I am committed to providing the best mortgage experience for my clients.

Bio of Kristy Ragsdale

Kristy is an Atlanta native and a licensed mortgage loan originator who specializes in new construction. As a mortgage specialist, Kristy is dedicated to providing the most exceptional customer service available for both seasoned and first-time homebuyers. She has over 20 years of experience in assisting buyers in achieving the American dream of home ownership. Kristy is a gold and platinum recipient member of the Mortgage Bankers Association of Georgia. She is here to assist you with any questions or guidance needed through the lending process.


Awards

What Customers Say About Kristy Ragsdale

4.9
Ratings
673
Total Reviews

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James Beckman
Posted on July 1, 2026
5.0
Great experience overall.
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Leslie Trest
Posted on July 1, 2026
5.0
My experience with Bell South has been extremely organized and efficient. Kristy has been so easy to communicate and work with. My questions were always answered in a timely manner and emails kept me informed as the status of my loan. Closing was seamless!
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Maureen Claffy
Posted on June 29, 2026
5.0
Kristy and her team made the entire mortgage process a great experience. They took the time to answer all of my questions and were always available whenever I needed assistance. Their professionalism, communication, and dedication made everything go smoothly from start to finish. I would highly recommend Kristy and her team to anyone looking to obtain a mortgage.
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Charonne Gardner
Posted on June 14, 2026
5.0
Kristy is great to work with, great communication and knows the lending business!
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Joseph Oelgoetz
Posted on June 14, 2026
5.0
Kristy professional, knowledgeable, and a great person to deal with.
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Joe Oelgoetz
Posted on June 12, 2026
5.0
Professional, knowledgeable, and a great partner.
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Mark Lagrande
Posted on June 11, 2026
5.0
Outstanding. Very smooth transaction!
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Audra Twilley
Posted on June 3, 2026
5.0
I had a wonderful experience with Kristy Ragsdale and BankSouth. All communication from this team was clear and easy to navigate. I never once felt rushed or made to feel undervalued as a client. I blinked and I was done with Closing and stepping into my new home. I can’t thank BankSouth, and Kristy in particular, for their professionalism & prompt service.
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Audra Twilley
Posted on June 3, 2026
5.0
I had a truly wonderful experience with BankSouth during my home‑buying journey. From day one, Kristy Ragsdale was right there guiding me through every step of the process. I knew immediately during our initial consult that She was dedicated and possessed a solid work ethic after She took the time to complete my application over the phone. She could have just as easily sent me to the online portal to complete this task. She was consistently accessible, quick to respond to any concerns or questions, and her communication was always clear and easy to follow. Her reassurance and steady support made all the difference—I always felt confident that she would get me to the closing table smoothly, and she absolutely did. The entire experience was seamless, professional, and far less stressful than I ever expected a home purchase to be. I’m incredibly thankful for the level of care and service I received and feel completely confident that I chose the right lender. BankSouth, and especially Kristy, made this milestone a positive and memorable experience.
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Amaryllis Cruder
Posted on May 17, 2026
5.0
Working with Kristy Ragsdale was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Her communication was outstanding, and she was always available whenever we needed her. She even answered the phone on a holiday! Kristy is professional, knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely friendly, which made the entire mortgage process feel smooth and stress-free. She took the time to answer all of our questions and made us feel confident every step of the way. We would highly recommend Kristy to anyone looking for a mortgage loan officer and will absolutely be returning to her for any future real estate transactions!
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Meredith Crowder
Posted on May 16, 2026
5.0
Wonderful experience!!!
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Michael Turner
Posted on April 30, 2026
5.0
Bank South (Kristy Ragsdale and team) started displaying their professionalism and expertise 8 yrs. ago helping me secure a mortgage. Recently retired (back then), I didn’t present a financially lucrative profile. I required some work! Was turned down by several financial institutions and appeared to be headed to the rental housing market. Kristy said, “not so fast” and got to work. As a home owner, accruing equity, completely changed my financial profile. Over the years Kristy continues to send out emails keeping her clients up to date on the fluctuations with interest rates and opportunities in the financial market. She’s not a one and done banker, your a client for life.
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Shannon Mccalley
Posted on April 24, 2026
5.0
I had a wonderful experience working with Kristy Ragsdale at BankSouth. She was direct, efficient, and incredibly kind throughout the entire process. Kristy made sure I understood everything that was expected of me and kept things moving smoothly from start to finish. What really stood out was how dependable she was—on the rare occasion she wasn’t available, she always made sure I had someone else to contact so I was never left without support. That level of communication made a huge difference. I’m truly grateful for her help in getting me into my beautiful home. I will absolutely be referring her to others. Thank you again, Kristy!
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Shannon McCalley
Posted on April 22, 2026
5.0
I had a wonderful experience working with Kristy Ragsdale at BankSouth. She was direct, efficient, and incredibly kind throughout the entire process. Kristy made sure I understood everything that was expected of me and kept things moving smoothly from start to finish. What really stood out was how dependable she was—on the rare occasion she wasn’t available, she always made sure I had someone else to contact so I was never left without support. That level of communication made a huge difference. I’m truly grateful for her help in getting me into my beautiful home. I will absolutely be referring her to others. Thank you again, Kristy!
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Brayant Mojica Saldarriaga
Posted on April 20, 2026
5.0
Mrs. Kristy, We sincerely appreciate your dedication and professionalism throughout this home search and purchase process in Acworth. Your guidance was vital in helping me move forward with confidence and peace of mind during this major step.
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Brown
Posted on April 20, 2026
5.0
There was never a time Kristy was not responsive to my calls or in provided her expertise to my mortgage ambition. Excellent service. Thank you so much Kristy for making me a happy customer
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Michelle Barnes
Posted on March 16, 2026
5.0
Kristy is amazing! Attentive, honest and very knowledgeable about all the things that buying a home entails. Clear understanding and good communication skills. I would recommend her for anyone. Thanks again for this opportunity of making my dreams come true!
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Michelle Barnes
Posted on March 16, 2026
5.0
Great company! I really appreciate the support, clear communication with them always answering my calls and responding back to emails and giving updates effectively. If you are interested in becoming a homeowner, please contact South Bank Mortgage! Ms Kristy assisted us with our mortgage and she was amazing. Her and her team worked hard to make our dream come true ! Thanks 🙏 everyone
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Leslie Taylor
Posted on March 2, 2026
5.0
Kristy and her team were fantastic to work with. It was a positive experience. We appreciated her work ethic and commitment to us as the customer. Would highly recommend her service to others!
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Jeffrey Meeks
Posted on March 1, 2026
5.0
A number of questions, that may have been obvious to some, but not for all, were patiently answered for us. We appreciate the help and informative guidance throughout the process 🙏

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