May 23, 2023
Divorce. It ain’t easy – but 35-50% of marriages end this way. What happens when you own a home together, though? Here’s how to sell your house while going through a divorce. Are there attorneys involved? First things first, do you both have attorneys involved? Is there an agreement that you sell… Read more »
Regarding home buying, reinspections should be a top priority before closing on your new home! What does this mean? What does this even reference? Let us tell you! Inspections Once you have an accepted contract on a property, you will have your inspection and due diligence period. During this time, you and your… 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 2023 edition! Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 11 sales total; New Orleans East had over half those sales $100k-$200k: 45 sales; Algiers leads the pack in sales with New Orleans East… 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 March 2023 edition. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 12 sales total; New Orleans East had the overwhelming majority of these sales $100k-$200k: 37 sales; New Orleans East was the clear winner… 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 February 2023 edition. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 9 sales total; Algiers had the most sales with 2 of them $100k-$200k: 29 sales; New Orleans East was the clear winner in… Read more »
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What are the best neighborhoods to buy a home in New Orleans? WHOA NELLY. I can’t answer that question as your New Orleans real estate agent. What does “best” mean to you? Does it mean safe? Does it mean fun? Let’s get more specific when it comes to what you mean! Let’s flip the script… Read more »
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Did you know that I can’t tell you which neighborhoods in New Orleans are the “safe neighborhoods”? Yep. It’s true. It’s actually illegal. And I’m not talking about making a left turn on basically any street in New Orleans. I’m talking about PRISON. Real estate agents who don’t follow the Fair Housing policies are… Read more »
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While living in a cozy house has its perks – you may find yourself wondering to maximize space in a small home. You don’t have to part with all your treasures, but modest spaces require you to rethink what you acquire! Here are our top ways to give your rooms some more room! … Read more »
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Have you been dreaming of owning a condo on the parade route? (or suuuuuper close?) Knowing your private bathroom is right there and that you can be the party place all Carnival season sounds pretty awesome to us! While some of these places aren’t directly on the parade route, they are spitting distance… 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 2023 edition. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 16 sales total; Algiers had the most sales with 7 of them $100k-$200k: 31 sales; New Orleans East was the clear winner in this… Read more »
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As a person who lives in 860 square feet with another human and two dogs, I might be a tad biased regarding smaller homes. Seeing the reactions, I receive when mentioning my home size is fascinating. Often, I get replies like “how do you do it, or where do you put all your things?”… 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 2022 edition. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 7 sales total; three of them were in New Orleans East $100k-$200k: 40 sales; New Orleans East, Algiers, & Gentilly were all tied $200k-$300k:… Read more »
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When meeting with new home sellers, they often ask about their closing costs. Many remember having to bring thousands of dollars to the closing when they purchased the home. However, this is not the case when it comes to selling. Let’s go through your seller closing costs! Commissions Professional fees for selling a… 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 2023 edition! Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 11 sales total; New Orleans East had over half those sales $100k-$200k: 45 sales; Algiers leads the pack in sales with New Orleans East… Read more »
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If you’re considering selling your home, you’re likely wondering, “Can I move before my mortgage is paid off?” Not only is the answer, yes, but you can buy another house at the same time too! But we are sure you have loads of other queries regarding this scenario. Let’s dive into selling your home… 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 March 2023 edition. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 12 sales total; New Orleans East had the overwhelming majority of these sales $100k-$200k: 37 sales; New Orleans East was the clear winner… 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 February 2023 edition. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 9 sales total; Algiers had the most sales with 2 of them $100k-$200k: 29 sales; New Orleans East was the clear winner in… 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 2023 edition. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 16 sales total; Algiers had the most sales with 7 of them $100k-$200k: 31 sales; New Orleans East was the clear winner in this… Read more »
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Have you ever walked into a beautifully staged home? You know, the kind where everything looks perfect, and they clearly living a life built on Pinterest? If you have, then you understand why staging your home when selling is so important. Staging a home can make it look more attractive to potential buyers and… Read more »
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Selling your home can be a stressful process. That’s why it’s important to understand how to pick an offer. Picking the right offer isn’t just about getting the most money; other factors should also be considered. Here’s a guide to help you make your decision. #1: Do Your Research Before you start considering… 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 2022 edition. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 7 sales total; three of them were in New Orleans East $100k-$200k: 40 sales; New Orleans East, Algiers, & Gentilly were all tied $200k-$300k:… 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: 4 sales total and all were in New Orleans East $100k-$200k: 37 sales; New Orleans East & Algiers had the bulk of the sales;… Read more »
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The thought of listing your home to sell during the holidays likely gives you hives. While it’s not the ideal time of the year to sell your home, sometimes you have to do what you have to do! No need to fear, though – you have some of the best real estate agents in… 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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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 my… 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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So, you hate your neighborhood. Maybe you live next to the world’s loudest dog or the neighbor who loves to rev their motorcycle at all hours of the day. Or maybe it’s just not the community you thought it would be. Whatever the reason, the thought of coming home fills you with dread. But… Read more »
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Being a good neighbor is more than just keeping your lawn manicured and waving hello once in a blue moon. It’s about being the type of neighbor that even Mr. Rogers would have been proud to live next to. So, how do you become the cream of the crop when it comes to neighborliness?… Read more »
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Regarding real estate and adorable houses, we have seen potential homebuyers lose their minds over a potential home. They drive past it, park in front of it, and sometimes take it too far. How does one take it too far with a home for sale? THEY TRESPASS. Trespassing on private property, even when a… Read more »
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What is a lead-based paint disclosure? We are here to answer questions regarding the disclosure you must fill out! Does every house need a lead-based paint disclosure? Any house built before 1978 is required to provide a lead-based paint disclosure to any potential buyer. Even if a seller checks the box stating… Read more »
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Welcome to the 2023 New Orleans Spring real estate market! It’s not what our buyers and sellers have come to know from the last two years of massive bidding wars. However, it’s not a dead market. (Despite what your dad tells you!) While we have barely dipped our toes into the spring real estate… Read more »
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Ah, the joy of realizing your house is too small! It’s like finding out your pants don’t fit anymore – it’s uncomfortable, cramped, and downright frustrating. As much as we all wish we could live in a cozy cottage or a tiny house, sometimes life doesn’t allow it. Maybe you’ve added some new family… Read more »
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House prices took a huge leap between 2020 and 2022. The New Orleans real estate market also saw big jumps in average sales prices. As of February 2022, the average home price in New Orleans is approximately $330,000. However, this number doesn’t tell you the properties’ condition and location. We have many areas that… Read more »
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Have you been dreaming of owning a condo on the parade route? (or suuuuuper close?) Knowing your private bathroom is right there and that you can be the party place all Carnival season sounds pretty awesome to us! While some of these places aren’t directly on the parade route, they are spitting distance… Read more »
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After you buy a new house, you’re probably excited about picking out new wall colors, rugs, and curtains. However, owning a home requires yearly maintenance of many items and components. It’s more than just pretty things to attend to! Let’s jump into how to maintain your New Orleans home. HVAC System Your… Read more »
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Regarding home buying and selling, you might be shocked to know the number of conversations real estate agents have about drapes. The number of real estate agents who don’t realize this is already addressed in your Louisiana Residential Agreement to Buy or Sell is also surprising. Buyers and sellers want to keep the window… Read more »
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When it comes time to sell your home, the question of home much commission is charged always comes up. Also, there are a lot of opinions about real estate commissions. Here’s the truth about real estate commissions: There are no “one-size fits all” approach. There are many different types of real estate agents… 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. 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 your property value. Here’s how to dispute that value and… 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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