Home Insurance:
Having the right insurance agent can make all the difference in the world! No two agents evaluate a property the same and no two companies quote the same figures. In many cases, the cost for the exact same coverage can vary greatly and make a dramatic difference in a buyers monthly payment. It is in every buyer’s best interest to obtain several quotes from many different companies and then ask those companies to beat the best rate they’ve found. 😉 Companies such as Allen and Smith Insurance, South Group Insurance, etc. compare several small company brands and large brand names to find their clients the best quote possible. Below are some of the most knowledgeable and diligent insurance agents we tend to work with time and time again.
*** If your property is in a flood zone, the flood insurance can most likely be assumed by the seller. Homeowners and Wind & Hail insurance can not be assumed and vary depending on the buyers age, amount they are insuring, etc. If you are NOT in a flood zone, you do not have to purchase flood insurance but you can still obtain flood insurance for a very low cost.
Cale Merrill
United Risk Agency
Cell: 228.283.0941
Email: Cale@unitedriskins.com
Tracy F Arnold
South Group Insurance
Cell: 228.205.2498
Email: Tracy.Arnold@SouthGroup.net
Ashton Serpas
Pyron Coastal Insurance
Cell:228.234.6225
Email: Ashton@Pyroncoastal.com
Closing Attorney:
The closing attorney you choose plays a crucial role in your transaction. They perform the title examination for the property, correct any title issues they find, write title insurance, handle legal issues associated with the transaction that may come up, conduct the closing, and file the deed. This is not a service you want to “bargain hunt” for. Many clients have asked if they can use their family attorney. The answer is yes, but we HIGHLY recommend you use an attorney that specializes in real estate closings and who is well versed in MS real estate law. Picking an attorney that doesn’t specialize in this type of law increases the risk that items on your title exam may be overlooked or errors with your closing may be made. Those errors could lead to BIG problems and major expense after closing. Selecting the right attorney for the job will help you avoid future costs to correct missed issues and will allow you to rest easy, knowing that your closing was handled properly.
Schwartz, Orgler, and Jordan
12206 Hwy 49 Gulfport MS 39503
Schwartz, Orgler, and Jordan Attorney Profiles
website: www.SOJLaw.net
Gulfport Office: 228.832.8550
Biloxi Office: 228.388.7441
Pilger Title
website: PilgerTitleCompany.com
Bay St Louis Office: 228.231.1588
Gulfport Office: 228.284.4832
Ocean Springs Office: 228.215.0011
Gautier Office: 228.205.3982
Picayune Office: 601.229.0978
The Casano Law Firm
4403 W. Aloha Dr. Diamondhead, MS 39525
Website: www.CasanoLawFirm.com
Diamondhead Office: 228.255.0035
…A side note about title insurance
Some attorneys, especially those who are not real estate attorneys, will tell buyers that purchasing title insurance is unnecessary. This is far from the truth! Title insurance insures against financial loss from defects in title work such as invalid foreclosures or missed mortgage payoffs. Ending up in a lawsuit due to a title that was incorrectly recorded many years ago is no fun and it can happen to anyone. We have seen it firsthand many times, don’t let it happen to you!
Home inspector:
Randy Westrick
ProSpect – Inspections
Cell: 228.365.5454
Email: ProSpectPI@CableOne.net
We have personally used Randy Westrick during the purchase of our home and commercial building. In our experience, every client who has ever hired Randy says he is the most thorough home inspector they have ever used. His reports tend to be so thorough, they can be a little frightening but Randy is always available to answer any questions.
Wood Destroying Termite Inspector:
In the state of MS, a WDIR is required to close. If the buyer pays for this inspection, they will choose the termite inspector. Typically a WDIR cost less than $50 and its a one time inspection completed 10 days before closing. Below is BJ Ledet with FDL, one of the most affordable WDIR inspectors on the Gulf Coast. He also offers competitive yearly termite contracts.
** If the home you are purchasing has a termite contract, it may be assumable, but not matter, a WDIR has to be purchased to close on a home in the state of MS.
Paramount
228.896.7378
Office@ParamountPestSolutions.com
Jason Spence
228.297.1513
Septic Inspector:
Not every home has a septic tank and not every loan requires a septic inspection. Typically only a VA loan requires a septic inspection if the property has a septic tank.
Larry with Bond Septic Services
929 22nd St, Gulfport, MS 39501
BondSepticServiceGulfportMS.com
Cell: 228.863.0103
Surveyor:
Reid & Associates – 228.205.4007
Clifford Crosby – 228.234.1649
Cassady-Acadua – 985.414.2914
Handymen:
General Repairmen:
– Ty Ehle – Cell: 228.224.4510
– Shaun Parker – Cell: 228.546.1174 Licensed Contractor
– Stephen Carlson – Cell: 228.424.5152 Licensed Contractor
– Joe Hernandez – Cell: 228.209-2655
Electrician:
–Joe Wells – Cell: 228.239.2832
– Gilbert Rubinsak – Cell: 228.861.0547 ( rewired our completely gutted brokerage in Long Beach )
Roofer:
– Thomas Ancalade – Cell: 504.388.1500
Thomas also has experience with slate roofing.
– Jason Buras – Cell: 228.236.7968
– Chad Tinney – Cell: 832.428.1957
Painter:
– William Tohfield – Cell: 228.547.9466
Affordable and very good at what he does, Mr. Tohfield is our go-to for flips and simple jobs.
– Shaun Parker – Cell: 228.546.1174 licensed contractor with painters
– Joe Hernandez – Cell: 228.209.2655
Custom Painter. Joe painted our office and personal home and distressed our kitchen island, fireplace mental, and bathroom cabinets.
– Rocky Soldinie – Cell: 228.304.7279
Plumber:
– Royal Flush (Darren) – 228.323.1779
– Jere Shuster- 228.218.4107
HVAC Contractor:
– John Waller – 228.233.5007
– Shaun Parker – Cell: 228.546.1174 licensed contractor
Land Services:
– Mitch Hardie – Cell: 228.493.0638 ( call or text )
- Slab Removal
- Bush Hog
- Tree Removal
- Dirt Work
- Dozer Work
- Track-hoe Work
- Grading
Pressure Washing:
– Wiley Mitchell – 228.224.0597
– Ty Ehle – Cell: 228.224.4510
– Shaun Parker – Cell: 228.546.1174 licensed contractor
– Joe Hernandez – Cell: 228.209.2655