Do I need closing cost assistance? This answer is going to vary from person to person. Some people don’t “need” closing costs help, but it would be nice to have. Others would not be able to purchase a home without some aid. (Be sure you understand what closing costs are first!) For the TL;DR people,… Read more »
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Biggest Bang for Your Buck $400-500k If you’re home shopping in New Orleans and you fall into the 400-500k price range, that doesn’t mean you don’t want the most for your money. Here at Team Be New Orleans, we have seen many clients in this price range want something renovated and would like… Read more »
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Homeownership has its pros and cons – because it’s not for everyone. Whether you’re concerned about insurance or just want a call a place all your own, take a peek and weigh your options if you’ve been on the fence about buying! Pros of homeownership #1: More space for less… Read more »
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Y’all. The one thing I cannot impress upon you enough when you’re buying or selling a home is not putting your house business on social media. If you are the buyer – the seller is going to look you up. Trust us, buyers look up the sellers too. Why? Because they want to find… Read more »
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The reemerging trend we see with our homebuyers is multigenerational living. Well, we say the newest trend, but this was popular decades ago! Many of our homebuyers are prepping for when mom and dad may have to live with them later in life or even current day! Why are people living together again? … Read more »
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Bidding wars are not uncommon any more. Here in New Orleans, we are currently in a seller’s market, and houses are flying off the market as soon as they go up. How do you win a bidding war so you can secure your home? The first thing to know is that in… Read more »
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Whether you are deciding how to price your home to sell it or waiting for an appraisal to be complete – you’re going to hear the word “comp” thrown around. But – what is a comp? What is a comp? A comp is a comparable home to yours that has sold in… Read more »
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As we begin your New Orleans home search, we are going to find out from your local lender what your price range is. Some price ranges are easier than others. If you happen to fall in the $200k or below price point, we are going to face some challenges. We just like to be honest… Read more »
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FSBO: For Sale By Owner. This means that the seller is not listing their abode with a real estate agent. However, this does not mean that you the buyer should not be represented by a licensed professional. Here is why you need an agent when buying a FSBO. Reason #1 that you need… Read more »
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Luxury Homes in New Orleans are more than just a price tag. There are many homes listed for sale that are over a million dollars; however, they may be in need of some serious renovations. What is considered a luxury home? Here at Be New Orleans, we consider a luxury home to be… Read more »
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