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Capital-city financing, clearly explained.
The Baton Rouge market — and how we finance it.
Baton Rouge combines state government, LSU, and a large petrochemical corridor along the river into a diversified and relatively affordable market. Housing runs from historic Garden District homes to substantial newer development in the southeast of the parish.
State employees, university staff, petrochemical and industrial professionals, and first-time buyers using FHA and conventional financing.
Licensed in Louisiana. Ignite Loan Partners, NMLS #2381991. Equal Housing Opportunity.
Popular loan programs in Baton Rouge.
Baton Rouge mortgage questions.
What down payment do I need in Baton Rouge?
VA is $0 down for eligible veterans, FHA starts at 3.5%, and conventional can start at 3%. At Baton Rouge price points those translate to relatively modest cash to close.
Does flood zone matter here?
Yes. Much of the parish sits in or near designated flood zones, and flood insurance affects both your payment and your qualifying ratios. We pull the determination early in the file.

Michael Kerby
Founder & President · NMLS #1163561
A decade-plus of mortgage leadership, focused on communication and on-time closings. Serving Baton Rouge, Louisiana and the surrounding market.
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