Written by: Melissa Willis For some people, any house will do. There is no attachment to the neighborhood, the neighbors, or anything else. For others, especially here in New Orleans, the neighborhood is a BIG deal, certain specifications must be met, and the house-hunting process can be a long one. Let’s talk about what… Read more »
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Written by: Melissa Willis Getting organized is often part of the top ten New Year’s Resolutions and/or it appears on many goal lists at any time of year. For some folks, it happens naturally; others, it’s a never-ending battle where the clutter typically wins. Then there are people who clutter doesn’t cause any internal… Read more »
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When it comes to buying a new house, the best way to make it a home is by adding a furry friend! Or, at least, that’s what the real estate agents of Be New Orleans believe! We love offering the service of picking out your next pet to go with your new home.… Read more »
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So you’ve decided to to do some updating and/renovating to your old New Orleans home? Or maybe you are building a new home but want to incorporate some of the architectural details that New Orleans is known for. However, you feel a little nervous because you don’t want to rely on just… Read more »
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As you wander the streets of New Orleans, many people wonder where the street names derive from. The Touro street names are derived from generals, battles, and even just family names. While the Touro neighborhood itself was named after a doctor who founded the hospital in the area, the street names tell us more about… Read more »
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Many New Orleans residents dream of owning their own double one day. For the people new to town, a double here is what you would call a duplex elsewhere. What is “a double”? Doubles in New Orleans are homes that, generally, are split down the middle by a wall. Many of these houses… Read more »
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Welcome to New Orleans! Your favorite New Orleans real estate agents want you to have all the necessary info to navigating our one-way and bumpy roads. If you’re eco-conscious or just love to pedal, you’re gonna love Blue Bikes! If you’re new to the area, you might find yourself without a mode of transportation… Read more »
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“I am at the moment writing a lengthy indictment against our century. When my brain begins to reel from my literary labors, I make an occasional cheese dip.” -Ignatius J. Reilly When I recently asked the question, what is the one book, fiction or non-fiction, set or about New Orleans you’d pick, the… Read more »
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It’s Monday in New Orleans, do we even need to ask what we are eating? The Origins For centuries cultures around the world have relied upon beans and rice as an inexpensive form of hearty sustenance. As far as the introduction in New Orleans, there are theories, but no one can say… Read more »
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New Orleans is a far cry from a city you would typically associate with country clubs – but there are many residents who want them. Pool, tennis, golf, and a clubhouse are all amenities that many seek out when purchasing their New Orleans home. Some neighborhoods in the greater New Orleans area include… Read more »
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