Stephanie Machado Barto

Business Hours:

• Monday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Tuesday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Wednesday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Thursday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Products and Services Offered:

• Conventional Mortgages
• FHA Mortgages
• Refinance Programs
• ARM Loans
• VA Loans
• USDA RD Loans
• Construction and Renovation Loans
• Jumbo Loans
• Second Home or Investment Property Loans
• Loans for Self-Employed Borrowers
• First-Time Homebuyer Programs
• Down Payment Assistance Loans
• Physician Loans

About Stephanie:

Stephanie Machado Barto has been helping families achieve their homeownership goals since 2003 and has proudly served with GMFS Mortgage for more than 14 years. 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 specializes in a wide range of mortgage solutions, including Conventional, FHA, VA, Rural Development (USDA), construction-to-permanent financing, jumbo loans, financing for self-employed borrowers, and programs designed for first-time and move-up homebuyers. Her extensive experience allows her to navigate even the most complex financing scenarios while providing a smooth, personalized mortgage experience.

For Stephanie, there is nothing more rewarding than helping someone achieve the dream of homeownership. Whether she’s assisting first-time buyers, helping a growing family build their forever home, or guiding clients through a refinance, she is committed to making the process as seamless and stress-free as possible. She believes that knowledge creates confidence, and she takes pride in educating her clients every step of the way so they feel informed and empowered throughout their mortgage journey.

With more than two decades of industry experience, 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.

Stephanie proudly serves families throughout Louisiana and the Gulf South. Outside of work, her greatest joy is spending time with her three children—Jack, Lillian, and William. She enjoys traveling, attending concerts, and making family trips to Fairhope, Alabama. While she grew up in South Louisiana, most people are surprised to learn she doesn’t eat seafood, and she’s an early riser who starts every day at 5:30 a.m.

Professional Philosophy:

Knowledge creates confidence. Honest communication builds trust. Exceptional service creates relationships that last a lifetime.

Stephanie believes every mortgage is more than a transaction—it’s a family’s future. Her goal is to educate, guide, and advocate for every client while making the home financing process as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Career Highlights & Recognition:

• More than 8,556 families served at GMFS Mortgage
• Over $2.027 billion in lifetime loan volume with GMFS Mortgage
• Consistently ranked among Louisiana’s top-producing mortgage professionals
• Named #1 Loan Officer in Louisiana in the 2026 Scotsman Guide Top Originators for Dollar Volume, and #2 for Most Loans Closed
• Multiple-year Scotsman Guide Top Originator since 2017
• Experience.com 2025 Top Performers: Top 100 Loan Officers
• Inside New Orleans: Women in Business April 2026 Feature: GMFS Mortgage Branch Manager Stephanie Machado-Barto Recognized by Inside New Orleans Women in Business. Click here to learn more.