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As a Loan Officer at Citywide Home Mortgage, it is my responsibility to ensure the mortgage process is a smooth and easy experience. My Team and I pride ourselves on our excellent customer service and strive to keep in constant communication with my clients, realtors and referral partners. You can count on me and my team for responsible, honest, and ethical service in every step of the process.

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Jim Baratka is your Georgetown local lender. As a loan officer at Citywide Home Mortgage, Jim is committed to helping homeowners with home purchase loans and refinances, while simplifying the mortgage process and making your home loan experience easy to navigate. Contact Jim at (843) 213-6932 for more information!

Jim Baratka at Citywide (NMLS #2800511)

Georgetown

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