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Stephen Hester

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Q&A with Stephen Hester

To what do you attribute your success?

Communication. I believe that Communication is key when doing anything in life, personally and professionally. We live in a world where we can quickly access anything, and I love to offer that same service to my clients. I respond quickly, always look for a solution to make a loan work, and communicate throughout the process, no matter if you are a first-time homebuyer or if this is your third home. I believe staying local within my community helps because I will know the true costs, and I can always meet you in person if needed. I live in Gainesville, Georgia, and I get most of my business in Hall County, Gwinnett County, Barrow County, and Jackson County.

Flashback to when you were 10 years old. What did you want to be when you grow up? Why did you choose this type of business?

I always wanted to be a doctor, but college was not an opportunity for me. Doctors serve their community and help people with the most stressful times in their lives. They have to build a successful team around them to get the job done. I believe being a loan officer is similar. We need to have a strong team, operate under pressure, serve our community, and help our clients with life-changing decisions. I love my job, and I love getting to the closing table!

Bio of Stephen Hester

Stephen grew up in Hall County, attending Johnson High School, and briefly studied at Gainesville State College. Happily married to Madison, they share a fantastic relationship, truly being each other's best friend. In their free time, they enjoy playing pickleball, with his passion lying in golf, and recently taking up kayaking as a couple.

BankSouth Mortgage's Savannah Branch Voted "Best Mortgage Lender" by Readers of Best of Savannah Homes
March 28, 2025

What Customers Say About Stephen Hester

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David Mcclung
Posted on May 10, 2025
5.0
Stephen was amazing. Always answered our questions. When communicating by a E- mail, he was always prompt , very patient and polite. I would highly recommend him to friends and family. Thank you Stephen for all your hard work and communication when it was needed the most.
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Robert Miller
Posted on April 30, 2025
5.0
Stephen did an amazing job with us all the way through the process. We had a ton of questions and scenarios and he fielded them while being extremely responsive.
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Tsegereda Stafford
Posted on April 29, 2025
5.0
As a realtor, I’ve had the pleasure of working with Stephen for several years now, and I can confidently say he one of the best in the business. His communication is always prompt, clear, and professional, which makes every transaction smooth and stress-free for my clients. Whether it's a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned investor, Stephen takes the time to educate, support, and guide them through every step of the lending process. His attention to detail, integrity, and commitment to customer service consistently exceed expectations. I trust Stephen completely and highly recommend HIM to anyone in need of a knowledgeable and reliable mortgage expert.
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Rand Jewell
Posted on April 27, 2025
5.0
From start to finish, the process that Stephen provided was seamless and easy to follow on the Bank South Mortgage App.
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Carlos Grisales
Posted on April 25, 2025
5.0
My husband and I were very pleased with the service, its honesty, transparency, and speed throughout the process, and thanks to their work, we have the house.
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robert miller
Posted on April 25, 2025
5.0
Stephen did an amazing job with us all the way through the process. We had a ton of questions and scenarios and he fielded them while being extremely responsive.
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carlos andres grisales
Posted on April 18, 2025
5.0
Thank you in advance for the transparency and kindness you provided to me, my family, and the entire process.
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Mark Castro
Posted on March 31, 2025
5.0
Stephen and the entire team were awesome!!!!!! Thank you
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shitaye Anulo
Posted on March 21, 2025
5.0
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Eugenia Larrea
Posted on March 13, 2025
5.0
answered all my questions and great service!
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Gina Larr
Posted on March 10, 2025
5.0
Excellent service in a timely manner.
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Kenneth LaMore
Posted on March 2, 2025
5.0
Stephen’s team helped me greatly through the process of taking out a bank loan! When I first found a place I was interested in purchasing during a Saturday afternoon, Stephen took my phone call and ran me through the numbers for putting in the bank loan. He helped me at every step and made the house buying process very simple. I’d highly recommend him to anyone looking for a house mortgage!
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Kenneth Lamore
Posted on February 23, 2025
5.0
Stephen did a wonderful job and his team was extremely helpful through the whole process, I’d definitely recommend Stephen as he is available to help and was fast on communications. I was lucky to be able to have Stephen and his team to help me with my house purchase!
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Robert Wolfgang
Posted on February 17, 2025
5.0
Stephan Hester made our mortgage experience smooth and easy both before and after our securing the loan. Before, he advised us as to what we could afford, and later, after we had received an unexpected inheritance, gave us information and advice as to how that affected our plans. Neither of us is tech savvy, but Stephan was clear and patient every step of the way, always ending the call with a cheerful, "Just give me a call if you need anything!"
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Todd Childers
Posted on January 11, 2025
5.0
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Serawit Wondimu
Posted on December 26, 2024
5.0
I am glad to meet this team. I am impressed by your hard working culture. You always there when I have any questions. In general you make my long time dream true.
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brian rainey
Posted on November 12, 2024
5.0
Great to work with and very knowledgeable.
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Emily Adkison
Posted on November 4, 2024
5.0
I recently closed on my property, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. From our very first interaction to the final closing, Stephen Hester was exceptional. The entire process was seamless, efficient, and handled with the utmost professionalism. The team was responsive to all my questions, kept me updated at every stage, and ensured I felt confident and informed about every decision. They worked tirelessly to secure the best possible terms, which truly exceeded my expectations. Closing was straightforward, timely, and stress-free—all thanks to their dedication and expertise. If you're looking for a lender who truly prioritizes their clients and makes the home buying process smooth and enjoyable, I highly recommend [Lender's Name]. They’ve earned my trust and future business!
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Alison Crawford
Posted on October 7, 2024
5.0
Stephen is a very caring and knowledgeable loan officer. He not only wants you to have a smooth transaction, but always presents incredible ideas which will help you save and make money. Start to finish, all items ran like clockwork, no drama. You are in great hands with Stephen!!
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Jonathan Young
Posted on October 4, 2024
5.0
Stephen was extremely helpful. He was very professional and extremely knowledgeable. He answered all of our questions in a timely manner. Can’t say enough good things about him.

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