Not everything a real estate agent tells you is accurate. How do we know that? We have often been someone’s second real estate agent on a listing and heard the bad advice given. Or we might be the second real estate agent you hire to help you find your dream home when the other… Read more »
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As the heat rises here in New Orleans, many homeowners wonder, “Can I install an inground pool in New Orleans?” The answer, of course, is IT DEPENDS! Let’s “dive” right into this! Permits In Orleans Parish, you will need a permit to install a swimming pool. Many permits are granted the same day… Read more »
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With the rise in housing costs and rents, many people consider turning their homes into co-living spaces. Is this a fancy way to say get roommates? Sure is! But, these are not typically long-term roomies. It’s a little more than that! First Thoughts Before you think of co-living as just a roommate… Read more »
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Many of you have heard your real estate agent mention the MLS. But… what is the MLS? What does it mean? What does it do? And does it affect me as a home buyer or seller? Let us walk you through the MLS and explain why you should know about it as a buyer… Read more »
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What is an escrow account? Every time we near the end of a homebuyer transaction, they inevitably ask us to explain this portion! The most basic way to describe an escrow account is a house savings account. Kind of. Taxes & Insurance When you purchase a home, the mortgage lender has an escrow… Read more »
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Have you found yourself buying or selling a home and no longer loving your real estate agent? You are not alone, my friend. We have met many clients looking to move on from their current Realtor and connect with a new one. Here is how to break up with your real estate agent! … 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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