November 20, 2024
We have said it repeatedly – not all agents are the same. Picking a buyer’s agent should not be done lightly. The difference in service and skills can make or break your entire transaction. (And it could be a rough 30-45 days during the deal if your agent isn’t on top of things!) … Read more »
When you think of New Orleans, you may not always think of Mid-Century Modern homes. However, the city has a fair amount of them around town—in various neighborhoods, in different sizes, and at a variety of price points. The one exciting thing for mid-mod lovers is that you can find an affordable option in… Read more »
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Welcome to Hot Hoods, where we will tell you what the hottest neighborhoods in New Orleans were for the past month! This is the October 2024 edition. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 8 sales total; Algiers had the most, and these are all fixer-uppers! $100k-$200k: 32 sales; the Lower 9th Ward was the winner for… Read more »
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Welcome to Hot Hoods – where we tell you what the hottest neighborhoods of New Orleans were for the past month! This is the September 2024 edition. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 11 sales total; Algiers was by far the top dog, with over half of them! $100k-$200k: 22 sales; New Orleans East had the most… Read more »
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When it comes time to home shop for your piece of New Orleans real estate, sometimes after accepting a contract for a home, our clients find another house they like. So, what happens if you find another house? As your New Orleans Realtor®, I am here to guide you through your options and things… Read more »
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Want to learn about first-time home buyer classes in New Orleans? Not all first-time home buyer classes are the same. If you have to pay for the class, you should speak with a lender BEFORE doing that. Some classes are for you to qualify for specific downpayment assistance. The problem is that you may… Read more »
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Welcome to Hot Hoods – where we tell you what the hottest neighborhoods of New Orleans were for the past month! This is the August 2024 edition. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 12 sales; New Orleans East had the most $100k-$200k: 23 sales; Algiers dominated this round with over half of the sales $200k-$300k: 40 sales;… Read more »
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Being a pretty active New Orleans real estate agent, I read various articles about Gen Z (born 1997 to 2012) and home buying. However, it always appears that the person writing the articles is speculating about what this generation is doing and thinking regarding real estate and buying able to buy a home. I… Read more »
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Buying a house is one of the biggest financial decisions most people will ever make. So buying a house sight unseen can seem crazy! Yet, in today’s real estate market, purchasing a home sight unseen is becoming more common, especially with the convenience of online listings and virtual tours. But before you take… Read more »
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So, you’re considering buying a fixer-upper? Congratulations! You’re about to embark on a rollercoaster ride of potential rewards and challenges. Let’s dive into what you need to consider before signing on the dotted line and taking on the adventure of transforming a fixer-upper into your dream home. 1. Assess Your Skills and… Read more »
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Can I buy a house in a neighborhood I can’t afford? The answer can be yes! Buying in a neighborhood that’s just a tad out of your budget might seem like a pipe dream, but with a few savvy strategies, you can make it happen. Here’s your guide to landing your dream home without… Read more »
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The New Orleans real estate market took a massive shift in May 2022. We have been overwhelmed with higher interest rates and rising insurance costs since that time frame. The market has shifted and changed, and it can be scary. The cost of living is high, and that increase hasn’t carried over to everyone’s… Read more »
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Check out what New Orleans’ hottest neighborhood sales were for June 2024! We cover single-family and multi-family home sales across the city! Here is what the single-family home sales looked like: 0-100k: 10 sales; four were in New Orleans East! 100k-200k: 34 sales; New Orleans East was the winner 200k-300k: 36 sales; Algiers… Read more »
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Welcome to Hot Hoods, where we will tell you what the hottest neighborhoods in New Orleans were for the past month! This is the October 2024 edition. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 8 sales total; Algiers had the most, and these are all fixer-uppers! $100k-$200k: 32 sales; the Lower 9th Ward was the winner for… Read more »
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Welcome to Hot Hoods – where we tell you what the hottest neighborhoods of New Orleans were for the past month! This is the September 2024 edition. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 11 sales total; Algiers was by far the top dog, with over half of them! $100k-$200k: 22 sales; New Orleans East had the most… Read more »
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Welcome to Hot Hoods – where we tell you what the hottest neighborhoods of New Orleans were for the past month! This is the August 2024 edition. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 12 sales; New Orleans East had the most $100k-$200k: 23 sales; Algiers dominated this round with over half of the sales $200k-$300k: 40 sales;… Read more »
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Check out what New Orleans’ hottest neighborhood sales were for June 2024! We cover single-family and multi-family home sales across the city! Here is what the single-family home sales looked like: 0-100k: 10 sales; four were in New Orleans East! 100k-200k: 34 sales; New Orleans East was the winner 200k-300k: 36 sales; Algiers… Read more »
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Real Estate in New Orleans is a fickle beast right now! As your Realtors in New Orleans, we want to make sure you’re up to date on stats, sales, and the hottest New Orleans neighborhoods. This graphic is a weekly guide for May 2024 to show interest rates for conventional and FHA loans, how… Read more »
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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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Welcome to HOT HOODS! Where we bring you the hottest neighborhoods of New Orleans for the last month. Here is the April 2024 edition! Even as interest rates went up, we saw more houses moving off the market. Last week alone (end of April 2024), when interest rates have been the highest… Read more »
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Whether you are looking to buy or sell a home in the New Orleans metro area (or anywhere in the state), you will find yourself staring at a Louisiana Residential Agreement to Buy to Sell. Your real estate agent may call it a “purchase agreement.” This nine-page document covers all the pertinent details and… Read more »
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Welcome to Hot Hoods, where we will tell you what the hottest neighborhoods in New Orleans were for the past month! This is the March 2024 edition. Also, check out our handy graph of interest rates, number of homes hitting the market, and the number coming off the market last month too! … Read more »
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Welcome to Hot Hoods, where we will tell you what the hottest neighborhoods in New Orleans were for the past month! This is the February 2024 edition! Also, as a bonus, look at these latest stats with interest rates and housing stock. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 12 sales total; Algiers had the most… Read more »
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If you, like most people, are obtaining a loan to pay for it when buying your New Orleans home, they will require an appraisal to determine the home’s worth. How does the appraisal determine the value of your home – find out now! What is an appraisal? An appraisal is the opinion… Read more »
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Let’s talk about the elephant in the room—buying a house at the peak of the market. It’s like jumping onto a rollercoaster at its highest point, thrilling but with a touch of uncertainty. Today, we’re dissecting what it means, the potential outcomes, and how to navigate this wild ride in the world of real… Read more »
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When you think of New Orleans, you may not always think of Mid-Century Modern homes. However, the city has a fair amount of them around town—in various neighborhoods, in different sizes, and at a variety of price points. The one exciting thing for mid-mod lovers is that you can find an affordable option in… Read more »
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Can I buy a house in a neighborhood I can’t afford? The answer can be yes! Buying in a neighborhood that’s just a tad out of your budget might seem like a pipe dream, but with a few savvy strategies, you can make it happen. Here’s your guide to landing your dream home without… Read more »
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Looking to move to the Garden District in New Orleans? This pined-for neighborhood has the types of homes that make you feel like you’re in a movie! Let’s review some home-buying tips in the Garden District. The Streets Some streets in the Garden District are prettier than others. But does the value… Read more »
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Now that you are all done with Mardi Gras – you may find yourself with a house full of beads and no place to put them. Instead of shoving them in your attic, and forgetting about them until you have to move, how about recycling your Mardi Gras beads?! What about all the… Read more »
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New Orleans Neighborhood Quiz
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New Orleans sayings and phrases. They might leave you scratching your head, wondering WTF you just heard! Here are some of the phrases you might hear while wandering the streets of New Orleans. DISCLAIMER: Not all New Orleanians use all of these phrases or sayings. We are a special city where some things are… Read more »
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Second homes in New Orleans are popular for many different people for a variety of reasons! Maybe you only want a second home in New Orleans because you’re a Saints fanatic who lives in Alabama, Texas, or Mississippi. Other reasons people consider a second home in the N.O. is they love driving in for… Read more »
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During the 2020 pandemic, we saw people make major life moves. Not only did they pack up their homes and start selling – but they are venturing across the country for whole new lives. Team Be New Orleans has helped many sellers leave for places like Iowa, California, Illinois, and North Carolina this… Read more »
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The Irish Channel is a highly sought-after and desirable neighborhood in New Orleans. Whether you are new to town or just considering moving locales, we will help you weigh out the pros and cons of home buying in the Irish Channel! Most streets are worth the same. Being closer to Magazine Street… Read more »
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Buying With Be New Orleans
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Suburbs of New Orleans
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When you think of New Orleans, you may not always think of Mid-Century Modern homes. However, the city has a fair amount of them around town—in various neighborhoods, in different sizes, and at a variety of price points. The one exciting thing for mid-mod lovers is that you can find an affordable option in… Read more »
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Welcome to Hot Hoods, where we will tell you what the hottest neighborhoods in New Orleans were for the past month! This is the July 2024 edition! Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 13 sales total; New Orleans East had the most with 4 $100k -$200k: 49 sales with most of them in New Orleans East… Read more »
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Buying a house is one of the biggest financial decisions most people will ever make. So buying a house sight unseen can seem crazy! Yet, in today’s real estate market, purchasing a home sight unseen is becoming more common, especially with the convenience of online listings and virtual tours. But before you take… Read more »
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Can I buy a house in a neighborhood I can’t afford? The answer can be yes! Buying in a neighborhood that’s just a tad out of your budget might seem like a pipe dream, but with a few savvy strategies, you can make it happen. Here’s your guide to landing your dream home without… Read more »
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Let’s get into the nitty-gritty of New Orleans real estate: the age-old debate between condos and townhouses. If you’re in the market for a new pad and can’t decide whether to go with a condo or a townhouse, don’t worry. We are going to go through what the difference between a condo and a… Read more »
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The New Orleans real estate market took a massive shift in May 2022. We have been overwhelmed with higher interest rates and rising insurance costs since that time frame. The market has shifted and changed, and it can be scary. The cost of living is high, and that increase hasn’t carried over to everyone’s… Read more »
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Looking to move to the Garden District in New Orleans? This pined-for neighborhood has the types of homes that make you feel like you’re in a movie! Let’s review some home-buying tips in the Garden District. The Streets Some streets in the Garden District are prettier than others. But does the value… Read more »
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Right now, it can seem a little daunting in the New Orleans real estate world. Do you have enough money to buy a home? Maybe, maybe not. But there are options for down payment assistance in New Orleans! Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or not, many of these programs work for ALL homebuyers. As… Read more »
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People often do things to their homes that they don’t realize could affect them in the long term. And we aren’t talking about the BIG things—this is all about the little stuff you may not even think about. We have our top five things to never do to your home. Some of this… Read more »
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Welcome to New Orleans – where the real estate can make your wallet sweat as much as the heat can! Where are the most expensive areas to live in New Orleans? This ranges across the city! New Orleans has a rich tapestry of neighborhoods with flavor and flair. But if you’re in the market… Read more »
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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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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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In the middle of the Warehouse District, you will find the Julia Place Condominiums at 333 Julia. Built sometime in the 1880s, this condo building combines two buildings. The five-story building on the right once housed the Bemis Bag Company, which made cloth and burlap bags to ship many items out of our busy… Read more »
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1201 Canal is historically known for being the Krauss Department Store building! Opening in 1903, it was over 300,000 square feet (by the time is closed – but started at 20,ooo square feet) and open for 94 years before closing its doors and then becoming condos. It was designed by Louisiana architect, Thomas Sully.… Read more »
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Located in the Bywater, The Saxony is a recently constructed building (2019) that offers modern amenities in a neighborhood with older housing stock. Found at 900 Bartholomew, this location used to be the home to L.A. Frey & Sons Meat Packing Plant and was built in 1921. This business shuttered its doors long before… Read more »
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The Bakery Condos can be found in the Warehouse District of New Orleans at 1111 S. Peters. Constructed in 1920, it was home to Consumer’s Biscuit Bakery Company. In the 90s, the building was converted into apartments. Once the 2000s came, they began converting them into condos – some of them nicer than… Read more »
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The Rotunda, located at 330 Julia Street in the Warehouse District of New Orleans, is anchored by the world-famous Emeril’s Restaurant. It was constructed in 1905 and was originally a grocer warehouse. Today you will find 68 units, varying in size, in this 4-story building. What’s to love about 330 Julia Location, location,… Read more »
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731 St. Charles Condos are located in the Warehouse District of New Orleans. As of October 2020, construction has not been completed. However, units are being pre-sold for this building that sits right on the parade route. (Almost half have been sold: 10/10/2020) There are 71 units available in this 4-story building. The original… Read more »
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Part of the CBD in New Orleans, 339 Carondelet, provides easy access to the French Quarter and the Superdome. While it is located in a busier section of the city, owners love living there because it’s still quiet indoors. Units in 339 Carondelet did not become available for sale until 2018. Since then,… Read more »
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425 Notre Dame Condos can be found in the Warehouse District of New Orleans. Using many lots surrounding the building, architects created a high-end, new building while blending in with the adjacent architecture. Architects restored the original facade of the Girod Street side of the building as well. Architects completed the entire renovation/restoration in 2014. … Read more »
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