April 15, 2024
You have finally become a homeowner! All the hard work is done—you saved money, got through inspections, and closed on your new home. Wait a second. Did the water heater just break?! This is all about what happens when something breaks AFTER you buy the house. Can I ask the seller to… Read more »
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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Welcome to Hot Hoods – where we tell you what the hottest neighborhoods of New Orleans were for the past month! This is the January 2024 edition. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 4 sales total; Lower 9th Ward had two of these sales $100k-$200k: 25 sales; New Orleans East was the clear winner in this category!… Read more »
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One of the more common misconceptions about home buying is that people think anyone can help them with “gift funds.” Unfortunately, this isn’t true. Even more so, it’s good to know that gift funds must be traced. This means your maw maw can’t pull some cash from under her mattress to help you with… 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 December 2023 edition. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 16 sales total; New Orleans East & Algiers each had 5 sales $100k-$200k: 36 sales; New Orleans East & Algiers were all tied up… Read more »
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Ah, the history of your house, the tales it could tell! When digging into your home’s backstory, there’s a treasure trove of information waiting to be uncovered. You could go down to the city’s land division and start pulling records and tracing its history – was it formerly part of a plantation? What… Read more »
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Venmo may seem like just a casual way to split the bill at brunch or pay your friend back for those concert tickets, but surprise, surprise—it can actually matter when you’re diving into the wild world of home buying. Let’s unpack why those Venmo transactions might just be more important than you think! Here’s… 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 November 2022 edition. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 9 sales total; New Orleans East had 4 of them $100k-$200k: 36 sales; Gentilly & Algiers had the bulk of the sales; this even… Read more »
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When buying a house, there’s an allure to transforming a property into a personalized haven through sweat equity. This term, “sweat equity,” embodies investing your time, effort, and skills into improving a home rather than relying on monetary investment. It’s a path that many adventurous homeowners embark upon, and it’s more than just DIY… 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 »
READ MORE
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 »
READ MORE
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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Hey there, savvy homeowners! Today, we’re diving into the world of open houses and unraveling the mystery behind why they might not be the silver bullet for selling your home. Buckle up – because we’re about to spill the tea on open houses. First things first, let’s address the elephant in the… 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 January 2024 edition. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 4 sales total; Lower 9th Ward had two of these sales $100k-$200k: 25 sales; New Orleans East was the clear winner in this category!… Read more »
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As your New Orleans real estate agents, when we begin the process of listing your home for sale, there are many factors we look at. One of the questions that often comes up is, “Will my house pass an FHA inspection?” So, let’s talk about this and what you can anticipate. What… 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 December 2023 edition. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 16 sales total; New Orleans East & Algiers each had 5 sales $100k-$200k: 36 sales; New Orleans East & Algiers were all tied up… Read more »
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Ah, the history of your house, the tales it could tell! When digging into your home’s backstory, there’s a treasure trove of information waiting to be uncovered. You could go down to the city’s land division and start pulling records and tracing its history – was it formerly part of a plantation? What… Read more »
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When it comes time to sell your home – you will spend hours scrubbing and hiding things for the house to look its absolute best for the potential home buyer. And the second they leave your house, you might be tempted to text your New Orleans real estate agent and ask, “WHAT DID THEY… 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 November 2022 edition. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 9 sales total; New Orleans East had 4 of them $100k-$200k: 36 sales; Gentilly & Algiers had the bulk of the sales; this even… 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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Buying With Be New Orleans
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Suburbs of New Orleans
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3-14…. you know what that means right? Time to let your inner math geek loose and celebrate everybody’s favorite never-ending number, it’s National Pi Day Y’all!!! Who makes a good pie? Well I’m glad you asked… Pies to Buy. Levee Baking Company Y ‘all the hand pies…my mouth is watering just thinking about… Read more »
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New to the city and need to know what are the different areas of New Orleans? No problem! Be New Orleans has you covered. We help residents buy and sell homes in New Orleans and the surrounding metro area. Let us help you break down all these areas & neighborhoods! Westbank When you… Read more »
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People of New Orleans, here are your big #MardiGrasProblems. To stay home or not “Finding the desire to even go” – Jeffy R. “Getting called into work on the one parade day you had scheduled off for 3 weeks.” – Aloysius “Mega crowds. Anxiety meds to the rescue….” – Meaghan C. … Read more »
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Welcome to Algiers, New Orleans! This 1976 brick ranch has been updated and is super stylish! Located in the Bocage neighborhood, you are close to grocery stores, restaurants, and everything else that Algiers offers. Because in Algiers – nothing is far away! Living & Eating Spaces With brand-new floors greeting you, you will… Read more »
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Y’all don’t know that Hollygrove is one of the best-kept secrets in New Orleans! This renovated Hollygrove home is beckoning you! 2816 Leonidas was FULLY renovated in 2018 and has been meticulously maintained. The convenience factor is real, too. Whether you need to head Uptown, Downtown, or hop on the I-10, it’s super fast to… Read more »
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Welcome to the rare chance to own a house on Marsalis Harmony Park! Built in 1920, with curb appeal for days, 8134 Sycamore has only had three owners! This corner lot, raised basement beauty overlooks Marsalis Harmony Park. Opportunities to own here don’t come along often. This home is a New Orleans Carrollton, California bungalow… Read more »
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If you’ve been wanting to buy a house but don’t want colossal upkeep or a condo – have you considered a one-bedroom home in New Orleans? One-bedroom homes are typically more affordable and require less maintenance. They also give you a chance to own your space without sharing walls. I know people like the… Read more »
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By now, you’ve heard lots of things regarding the lawsuit and the National Association of Realtors. Many rumors are circulating about real estate commissions and what this lawsuit means. We are here to unpack the NAR lawsuit for all our clients and future clients! (NAR is short for National Association of Realtors) … Read more »
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It’s hard for many people today not to turn on the TV or scroll through Instagram and want what the Joneses or the Kardashians have. Today, we’re diving into the age-old temptation of keeping up with the Joneses, especially when it comes to buying a home. Spoiler alert: it might not be the… 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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As your New Orleans real estate agents, when we begin the process of listing your home for sale, there are many factors we look at. One of the questions that often comes up is, “Will my house pass an FHA inspection?” So, let’s talk about this and what you can anticipate. What… Read more »
READ MORE
One of the more common misconceptions about home buying is that people think anyone can help them with “gift funds.” Unfortunately, this isn’t true. Even more so, it’s good to know that gift funds must be traced. This means your maw maw can’t pull some cash from under her mattress to help you with… Read more »
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While New Orleans real estate was a WILD ride in 2023 – as your real estate agents, we like to take a step back and look at what the year actually looked like! From sales numbers to average price points, this is the gossip that any real estate lover/stalker wants to know about! Here… Read more »
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Welcome to the 70113, y’all! This practically new Central City home is beckoning you! First things first, this neighborhood is close to everything. Whether you need to get downtown, uptown, or to the West Bank for work – this is THE SPOT. Don’t miss out on walking to the St. Charles streetcar line, the… Read more »
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Ah, the history of your house, the tales it could tell! When digging into your home’s backstory, there’s a treasure trove of information waiting to be uncovered. You could go down to the city’s land division and start pulling records and tracing its history – was it formerly part of a plantation? What… 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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This year in real estate has proven to be anything but predictable. What to expect from the Summer 2023 real estate market is to expect the unexpected. There is no rhyme or reason for any of it, and then some things make absolute sense. Interest Rates Interest rates change weekly and daily,… Read more »
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