Month: May 2024


New Orleans Summer Festivals 2024

  The heat and the summer festival season in New Orleans are on! Here’s our list to keep handy when looking for something to do this summer!   June Creole Tomato Fest June 8-9 New Orleans Juneteenth Festival, June 19   July Essence Fest, July 4-7 Running of the Bulls, July 13 Bastille Day Fete,… Read more »

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New Orleans Wine Shops

  Here at Be New Orleans, we are wine people! Bubbly, reds, whites, oranges, and rosés are our love language. Because we love them so much, we wanted to put together a list of all New Orleans local wine shops! Please note: these are places you can buy a bottle of wine uncorked to take… Read more »

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Look at Houses Without Friends

  Ah, house hunting – the thrilling yet sometimes overwhelming adventure of finding your dream home. As you embark on this journey, you might be tempted to bring along your closest friends for their opinions and moral support. After all, who doesn’t love a second pair of eyes and a trusted sounding board? While it’s… Read more »

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How to Choose a Lender

    So, you’re ready to find your dream home – congratulations! Now comes the not-so-fun part: navigating the world of mortgages. How do you choose a mortgage lender?  With so many lenders vying for your business, it can feel like diving into a labyrinth of interest rates, terms, and fees. But fear not! With… Read more »

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How to Dispute your Tax Assessment in New Orleans

  If you’re an Orleans parish homeowner, you may have found yourself with a property tax bill that you’re uncomfortable with. So, how to dispute your tax assessment in New Orleans? For many, the increases in property tax make their monthly mortgage note unaffordable. Your property taxes increase based on what the assessor’s office deems… Read more »

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Homes For Sale Near Jazz Fest

  Are you a lover of New Orleans’ Jazz & Heritage Fest? Do you love it so much that you must own a home nearby? Well, you’re in luck because this is strictly for homes for sale near Jazz Fest!    If you’re looking to move to New Orleans, or even if you already live… Read more »

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