Our Process
What to expect
We understand that purchasing a home is one of the biggest purchases in a lifetime. We've streamlined our process to ensure that the experience of obtaining your mortgage is as smooth and stress-free as possible. Typically, once the loan documents are signed and delivered back to us, you’ll receive your funding in 5 to 7 days!
Client Testimonials
Why we should work together
Stephanie K.
Christina goes ABOVE AND BEYOND for her clients! Never have I worked with anyone who is so quick, thorough, and who genuinely cares about her clients as people. She’s a joy to work with and truly gifted at what she does!
Courtney E.
Being a Realtor, I understand how important it is to have a lender in that is going to work hard and have clear communication throughout the transaction, and Christina does JUST that! She works tirelessly for her clients to find the best deal for their financial goals/situation and strives to make it a smooth process.
Megan H.
I felt informed and "in the loop" throughout the whole process. Christina and her team worked hard to make this process as seamless and enjoyable as possible! Such a positive experience!
Brian P.
Christina was able to qualify my buyer in under an hour and the transaction was seamless from beginning to end! We will definitely be doing more business together! She is efficient and able to problem-solve to make your home dreams realized. I love working with her as an agent and my clients do as well!
Christopher M.
You will not find a more hard-working professional to assist you in the home buying process. Christina communicates quickly and effectively with her clients. You will never have to reach out to her for information because she keeps you informed every step of the way. She will go above and beyond to make your home dreams a reality.
Amanda M.
Christina is very thorough and personable and is not at all transaction-based. Because she is local, she can deliver a very high level of customer service that "virtual" or "remote" lenders cannot. Christina makes herself extremely available for her customers, and as a result, she works with a lot of referrals and repeats business. I would HIGHLY recommend her.
Kayla T.
I want everyone to know what a pleasant experience I had when I went through the process of obtaining a loan when I bought a house in Abita Springs, LA. Christina was very professional, friendly, and went over and above what I expected. Christina answered all my questions and had questions of her own that helped me obtain the best rates possible. I don't plan on purchasing another home in my lifetime, but I would work with her again if I did without question. Furthermore, I would highly recommend her to anyone searching for a mortgage lender.
Deborah E.
Christina answers her phone! Just that deserves 10 stars. Seriously, and she keeps all of us at "The Kelly Waltemath Group" up to date on our buyers!
Michelle D.
I am a Realtor, so I know how difficult some loan options can be. But, when working with Christina, she makes the process easy to understand for the buyer because she is knowledgeable about the best loan product to offer. I highly recommend her for both real estate professionals as well as home buyers. Professional, courteous, and knowledgeable.
Angele V.
Christina Rusca and her team handled my loan, and the experience was effortless on my end! It was my first time buying a home, and I was nervous, but they walked me through every step and explained everything perfectly. She had me at my home in no time! Christina and her team are the definition of professional and knowledgeable. She is truly an expert in her field. She LOVES what she does and that makes her exceptional at it! Let her help you get into your dream home!
Caitlynn T.
Christina Rusca is a well-informed, professional, and highly efficient loan consultant. She has helped me with several loan processes over the last few years, and I would highly recommend her as a mortgage loan consultant. Through each of my financing processes, Christina has kept the ball moving forward, guided me through the best possible options, and thinks outside the box to achieve the best possible outcome for her clients.
Rachel L.
As a local investor who frequently buys real estate, and as the owner of the Northshore Real Estate Investors Association, I come across many lenders in the industry. Sometimes I feel like I’ve met most of them because very few stand out. But not Christina! From day one she has impressed me with her drive, creativity, and willingness to go the extra mile to get things done—to the point that I send clients her way. She’s trustworthy, dependable, and will get the job done! Sadly, you can’t say that for everyone these days because the hustle and work ethic she possesses is a dying art. Thankful to have her as a strong resource in my back pocket!
Courtney F.
Christina is one of the most respectable, knowledgeable, and honest mortgage loan officers I know. She's very patient with her clients and believes in full transparency when it comes to making sure the homebuyer understands every detail of every step. She takes time to answer their questions and makes sure they feel comfortable asking any questions they may have. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to purchase or refinance a home. Whether it's your first home or your 21st, you can't go wrong with partnering with Christina to get the deal done.
Tonya W.
Christina is wonderful at her job! With many years of experience under her belt, she’s able to give the best advice and point all her clients in the right direction. If you aren’t quite there yet, she will help you get to where you need to be! If you need a GREAT lender, give her a call today!
Katelyn R.
About Christina
Spending her whole life working and living on the Northshore of Lake Pontchartrain, Christina truly is your local lender. Christina began her career in the mortgage business after helping her parents buy their first home. Since then, she has worked in a variety of mortgage capacities, spending many years as a loan originator, loan officer and vice president of commercial lending.
Having extensive training in every part of the mortgage transaction gives Christina a comprehensive understanding of the loan process inside and out, and therefore, facilitate accurate and fast closings for all her clients. Whether her clients are in the market to buy or build a new home, or they're interested in refinancing their current one, Christina works hard to ensure a seamless experience from application to closing. Christina’s hard work and dedication earned her multiple designations including Edge Magazine’s Reader’s Choice Award in January of this year.
Christina is a proud wife and mother to her husband, Ralph, and daughter Ainsley. She is also very active in her community, serving as a member of St. Tammany West Chamber of Commerce and volunteering for the Professional Women of St. Tammany and Northshore Home Builders Association. In her free time, Christina enjoys practicing yoga and relaxing with a good book.
You can find Christina at the Mandeville Branch. Contact her for all your home financing needs!
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Christina went above and beyond to make my home buying process simple, quick, and pleasant! She was very professional and communicative and was sure to update me at every step of the loan process. Christina and her team offered a wraparound experience, connecting me with everything I needed during this process. There was very little groundwork to do because Christina and her team spent early mornings, late evenings, and weekends to take care of everything they could. I was pre-approved and closed on my home all within 30 days! I’m grateful for her!