Welcome to Hot Hoods – where we tell you what the hottest neighborhoods of New Orleans were for the past month! This is the December 2023 edition. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 16 sales total; New Orleans East & Algiers each had 5 sales $100k-$200k: 36 sales; New Orleans East & Algiers were all tied up… Read more »
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Ah, the history of your house, the tales it could tell! When digging into your home’s backstory, there’s a treasure trove of information waiting to be uncovered. You could go down to the city’s land division and start pulling records and tracing its history – was it formerly part of a plantation? What… Read more »
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Venmo may seem like just a casual way to split the bill at brunch or pay your friend back for those concert tickets, but surprise, surprise—it can actually matter when you’re diving into the wild world of home buying. Let’s unpack why those Venmo transactions might just be more important than you think! Here’s… Read more »
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When it comes time to sell your home – you will spend hours scrubbing and hiding things for the house to look its absolute best for the potential home buyer. And the second they leave your house, you might be tempted to text your New Orleans real estate agent and ask, “WHAT DID THEY… Read more »
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Welcome to Hot Hoods – where we tell you what the hottest neighborhoods of New Orleans were for the past month! This is the November 2022 edition. Single-Family Homes 0-$100k: 9 sales total; New Orleans East had 4 of them $100k-$200k: 36 sales; Gentilly & Algiers had the bulk of the sales; this even… Read more »
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When buying a house, there’s an allure to transforming a property into a personalized haven through sweat equity. This term, “sweat equity,” embodies investing your time, effort, and skills into improving a home rather than relying on monetary investment. It’s a path that many adventurous homeowners embark upon, and it’s more than just DIY… Read more »
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You may have heard of the 5 D’s of real estate. These moments often drive people to make significant moves in the world of property. From the joyous to the challenging, these life transitions—divorce, downsizing, diapers, diamonds, and death—shape the narratives that unfold within the walls of our homes. 1. Divorce: Untangling… Read more »
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Hello, future home sellers and savvy real estate enthusiasts! If you find yourself preparing to list your cherished dwelling in the midst of a buyer’s market, let’s talk about why addressing those nagging repairs is not just advisable but a strategic move to stand out in this competitive landscape. Extra care can make all… Read more »
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Home sellers: As you embark on the exciting journey of selling your nest, it’s crucial to remember one golden rule: your real estate agent is not your housekeeper. Now, I know what you’re thinking – “Well, duh!” But you’d be surprised at the tales from the real estate trenches. Let’s dive into why keeping… Read more »
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Hey there, friend of a person buying a house! So, your BFF is about to take the plunge into the wild world of real estate, and you, being the awesome pal you are, want to offer some pearls of wisdom. Fantastic! But, just like a delicate soufflé, there are some things you definitely shouldn’t… Read more »
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