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Sue Ann Guthman

Senior Mortgage Banker
NMLS ID #: 200802
(864) 990-4355 (770) 856-0111
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Sue Ann Guthman has worked in the mortgage industry since 1982 and has extensive experience in both purchases and refinancing existing mortgages. She is committed to serving each client with professionalism and integrity and strives to ensure her clients receive a mortgage that best fits their lifestyle and financial needs. Her industry knowledge, communication, and responsiveness make the mortgage process pleasant and stress-free for both the clients and real estate agents.

She was honored 2012 through 2020 as a Mortgage Bankers Association of Georgia (MBAG) Gold Award recipient given to recognize loan originators who demonstrate excellence in mortgage banking via production, continuing education, professional ethics, and involvement with the association.  She was also a recipient of the Top Gun Award in 2009, an award recognizing top producing loan originators based on volume by the Georgia Association of Mortgage Professionals.  She is also part of the Downtown Merchants Association of Seneca, an Affiliate Member of the Western Upstate Association of Realtors, serving the Upstate of South Carolina, and an Affiliate Member of the Georgia Upstate Lakes Board of Realtors.

Sue Ann has expertise in all types of financing including Conventional, Jumbo, FHA, VA, USDA, GA Dream, SC Housing Programs, HomeReady, Home Possible, Investment, Construction to Permanent and Renovation loans.  She lends in Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Florida, Virginia, Alabama, Texas and Tennessee, among several other states.

Sue Ann enjoys boating on Lake Keowee, and especially likes to help buyers purchase their vacation and retirement homes in the Lake Hartwell and Lake Keowee area.

Highlights:

  • 25+ years in the mortgage business
  • Supported by a team of lending professionals with many years of experience
  • Trusted mortgage advisor that works with borrowers at all milestones – from first-time buyers to lakefront retirement home buyers!

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Meet the Team

Team Guthman is proud to be your financing guide from pre-qualification to closing. Every borrower is unique and has their own specific long-term financial goals. We will strive to fully understand your individual goals and use that knowledge to guide you towards making a confident home-buying decision.

Laura Williams

Mortgage Banker Assistant

Iva Moriarity

Processor

Margaret McLeer

Processor

What Sue Ann's Customers Say About Her
"Sue Ann and her team helped make our dream come true with their open communication. All of our questions were answered quickly (even on the weekends) and they put our mind at ease during the entire loan process. We truly appreciate the hard work and dedication Sue Ann provided. Thank You!"
Dannie L.
What Sue Ann's Customers Say About Her
"Sue Ann thought of us when she obtained info that would really help us with our refinance. She initiated the contact and informed us immediately."
Stella W.
What Sue Ann's Customers Say About Her
"Sue Ann made it so easy to get the transaction done and done quickly. This is the second mortgage we have done with her, and we highly recommend her. Everyone we dealt with was professional, knowledgeable, helpful, and friendly!"
Gerald U.
What Sue Ann's Customers Say About Her
"Sue Ann completed the loan in the timeframe stated, with no real problems. She was always responsive to any questions."
Kevin G.
What Sue Ann's Customers Say About Her
"Sue Ann was extremely professional and responsive - even on weekends. It was a pleasure working with Sue Ann, and I would do so again."
Gregory R.
What Sue Ann's Customers Say About Her
"Sue Ann went out of her way to make sure I received the utmost professional service."
David B.
What Sue Ann's Customers Say About Her
"Sue Ann has always been there for us regarding any financial advice we are seeking. We bought our house 5 years ago and throughout these five years she has returned emails and answered any questions we might have. She is honest and does what is best for her customers. She is patient and professional."
Caandice S.
What Sue Ann's Customers Say About Her
"Sue Ann and her assistants kept us informed every step of the way. I loved the address stamp gift!"
James T.
What Sue Ann's Customers Say About Her
I had a very difficult situation. All during Covid. Sue Ann and her team went above and beyond to make things happen for me. I would refer anyone to her.
Sheryl C.
What Sue Ann's Customers Say About Her
"Sue Ann was very prompt answering all my questions and addressing concerns."
Jennifer A.
What Sue Ann's Customers Say About Her
"Extremely helpful throughout the entire process...even after hours and weekend communications!!!!"
David R.
What Sue Ann's Customers Say About Her
"It was nice to have a local contact and a real person to communicate with when we had questions. As a veteran, my preferred banks tend to be either USAA or Navy Federal Credit Union, but it was so much easier to reach Sue Ann than the mortgage specialists from the bigger banks and BankSouth Mortgage was able to close the deal in 30 days vs. the 45-60 day window that the other banks required."
Eric D.
What Sue Ann's Customers Say About Her
"I appreciated Sue Ann's ability to always be there, as well as her knowledge of the industry and what is and is not possible."
Julie D.
What Sue Ann's Customers Say About Her
"Sue Ann's a pro, and she gets the job done - no surprises!"
Marc I.
What Sue Ann's Customers Say About Her
"As a first-time homebuyer, Sue Ann walked me through the loan process with great detail and patience."
Patricia M.
What Sue Ann's Customers Say About Her
"Sue Ann provided an excellent [lending] service that kept me up to date and compliant with all aspects of my loan application and closing."
Patrick M.
What Sue Ann's Customers Say About Her
"Everything was excellent! Sue Ann was always very punctual and helpful throughout the process."
Thomas P.
What Sue Ann's Customers Say About Her
"Sue Ann was responsive, knowledgeable, helpful, and friendly throughout the process. I could not have asked for anything more."
Ryan H.
What Sue Ann's Customers Say About Her
"Sue Ann was always available and timely with every question and phase of the process."
Adria W.
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