The lender who actually answers - and gets it closed. From first-time buyers to tough files in the Brunswick area, Brian Marchand makes the mortgage the easy part.
Every Brunswick home has its own story - a first purchase, a move up, or a refinance that finally makes sense. Brian Marchand treats each one like it's the only deal that matters, and he knows the Rensselaer County market street by street.
Clients across Rensselaer County say the same thing: he actually answers. "He is a phone call and a text ahead," as one put it - nights and weekends included.
Whether you're buying in Brunswick or nearby Troy, you'll always know exactly what's next. That's the difference.
Calls, texts and emails returned quickly - including nights and weekends when you're touring homes and offers move fast.
Brunswick clients routinely close smoothly - some ahead of schedule. Brian stays on top of every step so nothing stalls at the finish line.
First mortgage? No problem. Brian walks you through every option and number in plain terms, so you always know exactly what's next.
A semi-rural town east of Troy served by the well-regarded Brittonkill schools. Buyers trade density for larger lots, rolling countryside and a quieter pace within an easy drive of the city.
Neighborhoods & areas: Eagle Mills · Center Brunswick · Cropseyville
Figures are approximate U.S. Census / ACS estimates, for general reference only.
Beyond the sticker price - the monthly math, local property taxes, the school districts and the programs that can shrink your out-of-pocket.
*Illustration only - $265K price, 10% down ($26,500), 30-yr fixed at a sample 6.5% rate. Your actual rate and payment depend on your credit, loan program and the day you lock. Not a commitment to lend.
Rensselaer County runs on the higher side of property-tax rates for the region - roughly 2.0%–2.6% of value a year. On a $265K home that's about $442–$574/mo. Your exact bill depends on the school district and exemptions like STAR and veterans' credits.
Brunswick is served primarily by the Brittonkill (Brunswick) Central School District. The district drives a big part of your tax bill, so it's always worth confirming the exact lines for a specific address.
Brian works with 3% & 5%-down conventional, FHA (3.5% down), zero-down VA & USDA (much of Brunswick and the rural parts of Rensselaer County qualify for USDA), and SONYMA first-time-buyer loans with down-payment assistance. First-time buyer? He'll line up every credit you're eligible for.
They stayed on top of the contract the whole time and took care of all the financing. Any questions I had were answered within a short time.
Answered every question, was available at any time, explained everything, and worked around our anxiety. Truly a five-star experience.
Brian was an absolute pleasure to work with. Super responsive, knowledgeable and compassionate. Thanks for all your help!
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