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Brad Payne · Your Neighbor, Your Loan Officer

From shrimp boats on the May River to Sunday mornings in Beaufort — the Lowcountry is a life, not just a location. I live here, raise my family here, and I'll help you put down roots here too.

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Brad Payne

Brad Payne

Loan Officer · Edge Home Finance Corporation

NMLS #2366717 · Licensed in SC, GA & VA

"The Lowcountry market has a lot of nuances — from condo purchases on Hilton Head to single-family homes in Hardeeville. You need a local expert to guide your transaction to the finish line."
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Hyper-Local Expertise

Your Lowcountry.
Your Loan Officer.

Every neighborhood has quirks. Brad knows the condo-hotel rules on HHI, USDA maps in Jasper County, and new construction timelines in Sun City.

Resort · Island
Hilton Head Island

Condo-hotel rules, HOA overlays, flood zones — HHI loans require a specialist who's done them before.

Upscale · Golf
Bluffton

From Palmetto Bluff to Old Town, Bluffton's rapid growth means financing options you may not know exist.

Growth · Value
Hardeeville

One of SC's fastest-growing cities. USDA-eligible areas, new builds, and exceptional starter-home value.

Historic · Coastal
Beaufort

Historic homes, waterfront properties, and Marine Corps VA loans — Brad knows them all.

New Build · Active
Okatie & Sun City

Active adult communities and new construction demand specialized builder financing Brad has perfected.

Military · Value
Port Royal

MCRD Parris Island is minutes away. Brad specializes in VA $0-down loans for this military community.

Waterfront · Unique
Daufuskie Island

Ferry-access properties and unique coastal financing require a broker who's navigated this niche before.

Emerging · Affordable
Ridgeland & Jasper

USDA loans in eligible rural areas. Affordable Lowcountry living close to both Bluffton and Savannah.

Life on the Lowcountry

Loan Options

Every Loan the Lowcountry
Needs, Under One Roof

FHA Loan

3.5% down payment. Brad used an FHA loan for his own Lowcountry home — he knows this product personally.

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VA Loan

$0 down for veterans and active duty. With Parris Island nearby, Brad serves our military community with pride.

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USDA Loan

100% financing in eligible areas like Ridgeland and parts of Hardeeville. Zero down for qualifying buyers.

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Jumbo Loan

Hilton Head waterfront. Palmetto Bluff estates. When the price exceeds conforming limits, Brad has the solution.

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Non-QM / Investor

Self-employed, rental investors, complex income? Brad leaves no stone unturned for difficult-to-approve borrowers.

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This Is Home

The Lowcountry Isn't
Just a Market. It's a Life.

Shrimp boats on the May River. Sunset kayaks through the marsh grass. Sunday mornings at a chapel older than the country itself. This is where Brad chose to raise his family — and it's where he helps hundreds of other families put down roots every year.

When you work with Brad, you're not just getting a loan officer. You're getting someone who genuinely loves this place.

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How It Works

From Conversation to
Closing in 4 Steps

1
Tell Brad Your Goals

A quick call or the form — Brad learns your situation, target area, and what matters most.

2
We Shop 150+ Lenders

Unlike a bank, Brad works for you — comparing wholesale rates across 150+ lenders for your best terms.

3
Lock & Process

You choose your loan. Brad handles all paperwork and keeps you informed every step of the way.

4
Close & Enjoy the Life

Fast closings in as little as 21 days. Then enjoy that Lowcountry sunset you just bought.

Client Reviews

What Lowcountry Buyers Are Saying

"Brad was knowledgeable and extremely helpful from the very beginning. He helped us secure a very good rate during times of economic uncertainty and went above and beyond."

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Patrick Kerley
Local Guide · Bluffton/Hilton Head

"I still can't believe we closed in 20 days from accepted offer. Brad stayed on top of every detail and even attended our closing to make sure everything went smoothly."

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Paul Vincent
Verified Buyer · Lowcountry

"Brad should be everyone's go-to for lending in Beaufort County. He got me approved in record time on a Hilton Head villa and attended the closing just to be sure."

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Michele D
Local Guide · Hilton Head Island
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Brad is a real person — not a call center, not a chatbot. Just a neighbor who knows mortgages really well. He picks up.

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