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 »
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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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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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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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