Ever wonder how New Orleans real estate agents get paid? You’re not alone and we are here to answer the question! Who pays the real estate agent? The seller does. So, when you go to lowball the seller – you need to remember that they are paying the commission on this house sale. The… Read more »
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Are you concerned about overpricing your home? New Orleans home sellers call us all the time to ask what we, as your real estate agents, think they should list their home for and how much it can sell for. We do a walkthrough, talk about repairs, and look at the comps. (Comps are the… Read more »
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Check out what New Orleans’ hottest neighborhoods were in August! (Scroll down for the text version!) Here’s the rundown of the hottest neighborhoods in New Orleans in August: 0-100k: St. Claude 100k-200k: Algiers 200k-300k: Central City 300k-400k: Gentilly & St. Roch 400k-500k: Navarre & Fairgrounds 500k-750k: Lakeview & Riverside 750k-1 Million: Irish Channel… Read more »
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The New Orleans neighborhood Navarre is nestled between Lakeview, Lakewood, City Park, and Mid-City. Relatively small, the area provides an awesome opportunity for park accessibility and having coffee shops and restaurants within walking distance. Navarre is one of the smaller neighborhoods in New Orleans too. One of the highlights of the neighborhood is that the… Read more »
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The New Orleans neighborhood known as Holy Cross is one of the best-kept secrets around. This section of the city is home to some amazing people – neighbors who look out for each other and have no problem lending a cup of sugar when needed. Do you need other reasons to buy a house… Read more »
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Many New Orleans residents dream of owning their own double one day. For the people new to town, a double here is what you would call a duplex elsewhere. What is “a double”? Doubles in New Orleans are homes that, generally, are split down the middle by a wall. Many of these houses… Read more »
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Been dreaming of life in Lake Vista? You aren’t alone! Lake Vista homes are some of the most unique in New Orleans! What home styles will I find in Lake Vista? Lake Vista homes are mid-century moderns, newer contemporary, and more traditional-style homes. This neighborhood began development in the 1930s and remains a popular… Read more »
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Are you considering making the Marigny home? This New Orleans neighborhood offers walkability, live music, bars, restaurants, shops, amazing old architecture, and somehow still maintains a neighborhood feel. When looking to buy your next pad, the Marigny just might be the spot you’ve been searching for. This New Orleans neighborhood was filled with Creole… Read more »
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What’s for sale in the French Quarter? First, let’s talk about life in the Quarter. Raucous, late-night, and passing a good time all are words associated with French Quarter living. While there are parts of the Quarter that are seemingly quieter than others, you can almost always find a tourist or line cook wandering… Read more »
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There isn’t a day that passes New Orleans real estate agents by that a client doesn’t ask “What exactly are closing costs?” People ask this because they are so expensive! Where is this money going?! Here are your answers: #1. Insurance A portion of your closing costs goes towards your different insurances.… Read more »
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