In a time where everyone seems to catch FOMO or thinks they need something no one else has heard of (:: cue the Kim Kardashian video of her saying her sister Kourtney stole her wedding ideas::), people think that an off-market real estate deal is super exclusive. Let Team Be New Orleans tell you… Read more »
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When it comes to homebuying in New Orleans, or anywhere for that matter, there are some things that every homebuyer thinks are true! (OK, maybe not EVERY one of them – but it’s a lot of them!) Here are five facts that we think most buyers believe to their core! #1: That… Read more »
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When it comes time close on your new home, it’s called the act of sale. But what happens at a house closing? Does confetti shoot out of the sky? (MAN, DO WE WISH!) Does money rain down to pay for the house? There are many questions, and no one ever tells you! To be… Read more »
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Whether you’ve watched the news or been on social media, everyone is telling you ALL the wrong things about home buying right now. It may seem daunting with the buzz phrases of “high-interest rates” and “unaffordable insurance.” And, look, I’m not saying these things don’t factor in at all! But, I am saying, get… Read more »
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Deciding to buy a home is already a big step. But, have you thought, “WHY should I buy a home?” This is a personal question that only you can come to a conclusion on. However, we can offer some insight into why you should buy a home! #1: Equity Generally speaking, homes… 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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A video pipe inspection is one of the standard home inspections every buyer should have when buying a home in New Orleans. (Some places call them a sewer scope.) This inspection entails dropping a camera down your sewer lines to see if anything is cracked, broken, or leaking. These types of issues come up,… Read more »
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Regarding home buying, reinspections should be a top priority before closing on your new home! What does this mean? What does this even reference? Let us tell you! Inspections Once you have an accepted contract on a property, you will have your inspection and due diligence period. During this time, you and your… Read more »
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What are the best neighborhoods to buy a home in New Orleans? WHOA NELLY. I can’t answer that question as your New Orleans real estate agent. What does “best” mean to you? Does it mean safe? Does it mean fun? Let’s get more specific when it comes to what you mean! Let’s flip the script… Read more »
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