Blake Pemberton

Branch Manager / Senior Loan Originator

Helping homebuyers and homeowners navigate
every step with clarity and care.

NMLS#858648
(337) 802-7982
bpemberton@choicemortgage.com

Your Trusted Mortgage Guide

Blake Pemberton is a seasoned mortgage professional and branch manager based in Lake Charles, Louisiana, known for his strong leadership, deep industry knowledge, and people-first approach to lending. A proud Louisiana native and LSU graduate, Blake brings both local roots and big-picture expertise to every client and partner relationship.

Before joining Choice Mortgage Group, Blake led Pemberton Mortgage Group, where he built a reputation for delivering smart, customized financing solutions and guiding clients through the mortgage process with clarity and confidence. He has extensive experience working with first-time buyers, move-up buyers, refinances, and complex loan scenarios, always with a focus on education, communication, and results.

Blake believes great lending starts with trust. Clients consistently praise his responsiveness, attention to detail, and ability to break down the process in a way that feels approachable and stress-free. His goal is simple: help families make confident financial decisions and turn homeownership into a smooth, rewarding experience.

Outside of work, Blake is a devoted husband and father of three who values family, community, and quality time. When he’s not working with clients, you’ll likely find him cheering on his kids, enjoying everything Louisiana has to offer, or spending time with family and friends.

Blake brings heart, experience, and leadership to everything he does, and is proud to serve his community as both a trusted mortgage advisor and local partner.

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We had a top-notch experience working with Choice Mortgage Group, Emmanuel St. Germain and his team. From start to finish, the entire process was smooth, quick, and transparent. They kept us informed every step of the way. Emmanuel and his team was always available to answer any questions we had. We were very satisfied with their service and without reservation would recommend them to anyone looking for a stress free mortgage experience. Laura & Joan
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Laura55Pierre
23 days ago
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Very patient and efficient. Extremely friendly staff that made my dream come true!!!! They work quickly and make the process much more pleasant than one would perceive!
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Narisa Steinberg
27 days ago
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Exceptional: efficient, timely, no stress....got the job done quickly! Very friendly and personable. Highly recommended.
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Fred Steinberg
27 days ago
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I truly cannot say enough wonderful things about Adriana Bates and this mortgage company. Without them, we genuinely would not be in our dream home today. Our home is a unique property, and throughout the process we heard “no” from so many other lenders. We were starting to wonder if purchasing it was even going to be possible. Then we found Adriana, and the difference was incredible. What had seemed nearly impossible everywhere else felt like a cakewalk for her and her team. They understood how to work with a unique home, knew exactly what needed to be done, and went above and beyond to make it happen. Adriana was absolutely amazing throughout the entire process. She worked so hard for us, kept everything moving, and made us feel like she was just as determined to get us into this house as we were. This wasn’t just another mortgage to us—this was our dream home—and because of her, we actually get to call it ours. If you’ve been told “no” by other lenders, especially because you’re purchasing a unique property, please reach out to Adriana before giving up. I will forever be grateful for everything she did for us. She truly helped make a dream that felt impossible become our reality.
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Ashley Scalco
35 days ago
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Emmanuel from Choice Mortgage went above and beyond helping my father secure his VA loan! From day one, he demonstrated deep expertise in the VA home loan process, keeping us updated every step of the way and treating my dad with tremendous respect. He made what could have been a stressful procedure feel completely seamless and stress-free. We are incredibly grateful for his dedication, integrity, and hard work. If you or a veteran you know needs a loan officer who truly cares, Emmanuel is the person to call! 5/5 stars!
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Jessica C
36 days ago
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I can't thank Courtney enough! I walked into the mortgage process expecting to age seven years and develop an eye twitch. Instead, she showed up like she'd already unlocked all the cheat codes. At one point I stopped asking questions because I was afraid I'd interrupt whatever wizardry was happening behind the scenes. If she ever tells me she can negotiate world peace before lunch, I'm probably just going to ask what documents she needs. 10/5 Would trust her with another mortgage... and possibly a hostage negotiation.
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Seth Theriot
54 days ago
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I've been working with Choice Mortgage since 2024, and they have been an incredible partner throughout my home-buying journey. Even before I was ready to purchase, they took the time to pre-approve me, answer my questions, and provide guidance as I navigated the process. When I finally found the right home, Emmanuel and the entire Choice Mortgage team were everything I could have hoped for - responsive, reliable, knowledgeable, and efficient. They kept me informed every step of the way and made sure everything moved as smoothly as possible so I could secure my home. Emmanuel has also helped several members of my family with their mortgages over the years, so I already knew I was in great hands. That trust and experience were reinforced throughout my own purchase. I highly recommend Emmanuel and the Choice Mortgage team to anyone looking for a lender who is professional, responsive, and truly invested in helping their clients succeed.
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Sydney Elkin
55 days ago
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Made our home buying process (for the second time) as smooth as possible. Would recommend over and over again!
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Amanda E
56 days ago
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We were purchasing a second home in Florida and Choice Mortgage was one of the companies recommended to us. After speaking with representatives from all of the companies, we chose Choice Mortgage as they seemed very knowledgeable and responsive. The process was smooth sailing. We were able to submit all of the required documentation through email, and we were kept apprised every step of the way. We would highly recommend Emmanuel St. Germain and his team.
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Margo Frasier
63 days ago
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Emmanuel St Germain and his team are the most efficient, effective and diligent team we have ever worked with regarding a mortgage process. They are an extremely responsive team and made sure we understood every aspect and stage of the process. Penny was super supportive and just as responsive. I would.recommend this mortgage team to everyone!!! I gave this mortgage group 5 stars but would give 10 if I could.
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