Category: New Orleans Home Buying

  Did you know that I can’t tell you which neighborhoods in New Orleans are the “safe neighborhoods”? Yep. It’s true. It’s actually illegal. And I’m not talking about making a left turn on any street in New Orleans. I’m talking about PRISON. Real estate agents who don’t follow the Fair Housing policies are subject… Read more »

  While living in a cozy house has its perks – you may find yourself wondering to maximize space in a small home. You don’t have to part with all your treasures, but modest spaces require you to rethink what you acquire! Here are our top ways to give your rooms some more room!   … Read more »

  As a person who lives in 860 square feet with another human and two dogs, I might be a tad biased regarding smaller homes. Seeing the reactions, I receive when mentioning my home size is fascinating. Often, I get replies like “how do you do it, or where do you put all your things?”… Read more »

  Up to five days before you complete the sale on your new home, your agent will schedule your final walk-through. This is your last look at the house before signing all the documents and taking possession of the house. Some people don’t find it important, but we are here to tell you what to… Read more »

  Every real estate agent has seen this situation happen: Buyer walks into a VERY CUTE home decorated like it’s a magazine. It’s Pinterest perfect, and your client is going gaga over it. They now must own this home because they have envisioned a new life with all this STUFF in it.   PUMP THE… Read more »

  Once you have selected a home to make an offer on, the next phase you find yourself in is the inspection and due diligence period. During this time, there is a flurry of activity, and you may be overwhelmed by all the information thrown at you! Please take a moment, read our info about… Read more »

  Home buyers tend to feel overwhelming pressure or anxiety when it comes time to pick a house. Whether they are scared of making the wrong decision or that something better will come along, FOMO pops up for many buyers. Let’s unpack what many of our buyers have experienced and their FOMO situations.     … Read more »

  Team Be New Orleans helps about 100 people and families buy and sell homes annually. With this kind of experience, we have seen some amazing mortgage lenders. We have also seen some… not-so-great ones. Let’s focus on the positive and share some of our absolute favorite mortgage lenders in the New Orleans area!  … Read more »

  Hurricane season lasts from June 1st – November 30th. That’s right, folks. It’s not just august and September we have to worry about. The question is, “Should I buy a house during hurricane season?” Our quick answer is – WHY NOT?!  For six months out of the year, we are in hurricane season. If… Read more »