If you’ve been toying with the idea of buying new construction while house hunting – you may have heard your Realtor reference the New Home Warranty Act. The state of Louisiana requires this warranty on all new builds for “additional protection for the public against defects in the construction of new homes.” Who… Read more »
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Whether or not you’re a handy person, many people contemplate buying a home that needs renovations. Some people consider renovations new paint, while others are talking about a full gut job on a house. The first thing you need to ponder is how to finance a home that needs renovations. Before you scroll any… Read more »
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As full-time real estate agents in New Orleans, people love asking us “How’s the market?!” Which always leaves us answering back with “Depends on what market you’re talking about!” It’s so true though. If you’re asking about condos – we need to know what part of the city. If you’re asking about new construction… Read more »
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If becoming a landlord is a dream of yours, you first need to know how to finance an investment property. There are many different ways to buy this investment property, and some of them may even surprise you! Financing Investment Property Option #1: Keeping the house you live in If starting a… Read more »
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What are the extra costs during home buying? Homebuying has costs that are more than just a down payment and closing costs. We will cover everything from inspections to elevation certificates so that you know how much money you will need. Extra Cost #1: General Home Inspections Home inspections are a crucial step… Read more »
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If you’ve been wondering how to finance your first home, you’ve come to the right place! We will unpack all the ways to pay for your new home, from loan types to credit scores. Financing 101 Find a local lender who is a perfect fit for you. Why a local lender? Because… Read more »
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After buying your New Orleans home, you have just begun a very long journey into homeownership. Some of the homeowner details others don’t tell you are that windows break, water heaters leak, and your HVAC needs upkeep. You will likely have some curve ball thrown your way while you’re a homeowner. At some point,… Read more »
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Buying a house during the holidays sounds like a nightmare for many people. But, we are here to tell you that it’s actually a great time to buy. Seeing beautiful lights and decorations is just a bonus! Holiday Home Shopping Tip #1 People that have their homes listed for sale during the… Read more »
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So, you decided to become a homeowner. Congratulations! But, many wonder, what are the extra costs of owning a home? These costs vary wildly and the upkeep can range from yard maintenance to roof replacement. It’s important to have an idea of what these items cost, especially if you’re buying a home with deferred… Read more »
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When beginning the home buying process, your mortgage lender will determine your home buying budget. This spending plan is based on how much money you make, how much debt you have, and how much you really feel comfortable spending every month. Once your home buying budget is created, we should stick to it. … Read more »
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