Meet our Staff

Jim Talbot Real Estate


Jim Talbot

Jim Talbot

A Salesman's Salesman...Jim Talbot has had a varied career as a sportswriter, ad salesman, department store ad director, agency owner, television producer, potato chip creator, courier service owner, cellular phone agency owner, Realtor Broker, Residential Contractor, and now a Commercial Contractor. But most of all, Jim puts all that know-how and experience into running one of Baton Rouge's most successful real estate companies. Picking and choosing select Realtors who put customers, (buyer and sellers) before Commissions, Jim Talbot wants you to find out that Jim Talbot Real Estate is the Realtor you want to call most when moving into Baton Rouge.

Email:  jim@jimtalbot.com

Lynell Frederic
Service Beyond Satisfaction

The perennial "Top Producer" at Jim Talbot Real Estate, Lynell has a Midas Touch at making the real estate transaction happen. Buying or selling, you want Lynell on your side. She fights for what's right, and looks out for her buyers and sellers with incredible tenacity. If you're thinking about buying or selling, and someone tells you...."You need Representation"....We can tell you to take that up a notch with "You need Lynell!"

Email:  lynell@jimtalbot.com

Give Lynell a call today at 225-229-3327.

Gloria Bello Thibodaux

The excitement Gloria experienced during her 10 years of service as office manager of Jim Talbot Real Estate sent her on her way to becoming a licensed REALTOR.

Gloria has a wealth of knowledge about all aspects of Real Estate. Her enthusiasm is contagious. She feels that finding the right properties for home buyers and selling properties is not a task to be taken lightly. She goes the extra mile for all of her customers and finds the satisfaction of pleasing them rewarding.

Call Gloria, 225-927-2114 and let her put her experience to work for you!

Email: glot@jimtalbot.com

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E.J. Talbot

Everybody loves E.J.!

EJ has a background of superb customer service. She takes your new home to heart just like you do.  Always trying to satisfy, to make improvements, or add suggestions, E.J. is much more than a competent, professional real estate agent.  She treats every sale or purchase of a home as if it were her very own.  She can also give you tips and ideas about how you may improve your home in order to sell it faster and get maximum value for the sale.   In looking for a home in Baton Rouge, E.J. knows the market, she knows every nook and cranny, every subdivision, what's overpriced and what's not, plus she'll work tremendously hard to find you the right house at the price you're looking to pay.

Call E.J. at 225-921-1542 and let her assist you in buying or selling.

Email: ej@jimtalbot.com

Phil Schmitt

Fore! Lookout! I’m Phil Schmitt. I’m a professional golfer who loves to find the perfect house for my real estate customers. I’m one of the few people fortunate to have two dearly loved careers that I can do at the same time. Call me and let me find the perfect house for you… and if you need a few golf tips while we’re looking…I’ll throw that in for free. E-mail me at philschmitt42@yahoo.com... We’ll set up a tee-time, errr..appointment!

Email: philschmitt42@yahoo.com

Text Phil on his cell 225-931-3222.

Andrea Fontenot
“Service that Sells!”

With an extensive background in Marketing and Public Relations, Andrea believes in building a lot of excitement around her listings. With special emphasis on her clients individual buying or selling goals, Andrea has a marketing plan or buying strategy for each and every situation.

Whether you are a first time buyer or selling your family home, Andrea understands the emotions tied to that big step. Patience, honesty and integrity are virtues that she takes pride in and invites you to work with her to make your real estate experience a positive one.

A home purchase is likely someone’s largest investment. says Andrea For me, its all about people and families and making their buying or selling experience a good one. Visit her personal website at www.andreafontenot.com or www.fontenotfredericteam.com

Contact Andrea directly at 225-229-8604.

Email: andrea@jimtalbot.com

Peggy Font

Peggy brings much experience as an officer of her residential construction business. She and her husband have been building homes in Baton Rouge and Ascension area for more than ten years. Her home building experience is beneficial as a realtor for both sellers and buyers. She knows what preparations are necessary to sell a home and looks for the pertinent details that may slip by when considering a home to purchase. Her goal is to expedite the buying and selling process, and creating a smooth transition while keeping the best interests of her clients in mind.

E-mail: Peggy@JimTalbot.com

 

 Melanie DeBenedetto
 

A bundle of energy, Melanie DeBenedetto is a fun Realtor who delivers. .....You need the perfect house, ...you need financing, here's a Realtor who doesn't stop at sundown, and Melanie won't stop until you are perfectly satisfied in your new home. You can be assured that Melanie values you as a customer, and will do everything possible to make your home-buying experience quick and easy. Personable and pleasant, Melanie is fun to work with, plus she's a thorough, smart Realtor that takes care of details. Call Melanie to see some houses....Today! 

 

 Brenda Stelly, GRI, CRS

A talented, detail oriented, 23 year real estate professional that treats every customer like she’s spending her own money, Brenda Stelly guides you through the process of buying or selling without a fear of the unknown. She’s one of the most thorough, attention-to-detail Realtors in Baton Rouge. Brenda takes the mystery out of the transaction. You can also be assured of Honesty, Integrity and Patience that one expects from their Realtor.

If you are one who’s looking for a comfort zone when it comes to real estate, call Brenda. Her past clients consistently call her back with referrals from family and friends. 

Less than 4 % of the Realtors nationwide attain the status of Certified Residential Specialist. In attaining CRS status, Brenda has proven to be one of Baton Rouge’s most professional and very capable Realtors. Call Brenda at 225-927-2114 or she can be reached on her cell at 225-937-1440.

 

 Aryn Oberste

Aryn "O" will go the last mile.  One of the sharpest Realtors with years of real estate experience in the real estate market.  Here is a Realtor that will have you smiling long after you have left the closing table.  You will be glad you picked Aryn for your big move.  She is a gladiator of a Realtor who puts your cares and concerns first and foremost.  Aryn takes care of the little things that a customer worries about.  If it is important to YOU, it is job-one for Aryn.  She is Number One in caring for the customer.

E-mail: aryn@JimTalbot.com

You can reach Aryn at 225-927-2114 or on her cell 225-229-3362

 

 Dana Hedrick

Dana has years of experience working with the public and is a person who has integrity and a desire to help others in meeting their housing needs.  She is enthusiastic, energetic, and is willing and able to help you with your present and future real estate needs as a buyer or seller.  Her attention to detail coupled with her honest straightforward approach proves that she is the Realtor for you!

E-mail: dana@JimTalbot.com

Dana can be reached directly on her cell at 225-772-2595.