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Briar Shimko

Loan Officer

St. Petersburg, FL Mortgage Lender

NMLS #1848441

Adress
696 1st Avenue N, Suite 204
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Contact Methods
Email
tel Phone
727-501-6735
mobile Mobile
(727) 501-6735
fax Fax
813-345-4263
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Awards

BBB Accredited Business A+
Inc. 5000
Top Work Places
Top Workplace Scotsman Guide
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Mortgage Bankers Association Member

About Briar

I’m a native of St. Petersburg, Florida, and I love the Florida lifestyle, such as fishing and spending time on the water. This beautiful state has so much to offer, and I can’t wait to help you make it your home, too. Communication is the key to a great homebuying experience, and I’m here to support you every step of the process.

Everyone’s financial situation is different, so I'll work closely with you to understand your unique needs and provide a tailored solution to achieve your goals. Together, we’ll explore a variety of products, go over the details of each option, and answer all your questions.

Purchasing a home is one of the biggest investments of your life, and I’m honored to have the opportunity to help you achieve homeownership.

Specialties

  • Purchase and Refinance
  • Purchase
  • Refinance Loans

Recent Posts and Articles

Blog

A homeowner with a child on his lap calculating whether to buy a new home or refinance his home loan

Owning a home is fun and fulfilling!

What’s not to love about having a space that is entirely yours? You can paint your bathroom fuchsia, have hardwood in the master, put up a wild Mosaic in the kitchen, install a smart thermostat, you name it. After all, it’s your home!

Equally enjoyable are the other personal and financial advantages of being a homeowner: security and stability, equity and wealth building, and more! I’m here to help you get the most from your home financing — whether you’re buying your first home, moving up or downsizing to match your lifestyle, or refinancing your current mortgage.

Helping your home financing process go smoothly.

Resources

  • The Mortgage Process

    The Mortgage Process

    There are some major milestones on your road to home financing. As your loan officer, I’ll be with you every step of the way to make sure you understand each one and get through them quickly.

  • Payment Calculator

    Payment Calculator

    How much will your mortgage payment be? How much can you save if you refinance? Is it better to buy than rent? Use these online calculators to crunch the numbers and see for yourself.

  • Find the Right Loan

    Find the Right Loan

    I separate myself from other lenders by offering a broader selection of home financing options — from loans for first-time homebuyers to refinance programs for accessing your home’s equity.

  • Home Loan Check List

    Home Loan Check List

    Before you explore the endless options of home financing, some preparation is in order. Planning ahead for your mortgage is the key to an easier and more successful home financing process.

Inspiration for your home loan journey.

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