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 »
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Home sellers. When the time comes to sell your abode, you should be aware that you are required to fill out property disclosures in the state of Louisiana. These disclosures allow you to list any known defects about the home and property. Why are these so important to fill out properly and accurately? If… Read more »
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When it comes time to sell your home, the question of home much commission is charged always comes up. Also, there are a lot of opinions about real estate commissions. Here’s the truth about real estate commissions: There are no “one-size fits all” approach. There are many different types of real estate agents… Read more »
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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 »
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Having worked with many New Orleans home sellers at this point, we tend to hear the exact phrases or sentiments from clients when discussing upgrades or “renovations.” One of the most common things we have to consult with our sellers is that not everything is considered an “upgrade” to your home. For example, when… Read more »
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Hurricane season is stressful for homeowners, home buyers, and home sellers. However, did you realize that hurricane season runs for six months out of the year? From June 1st through November 30th, it is officially hurricane season along the Gulf South. Let’s talk about home selling during this time! Will people buy… Read more »
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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 »
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When it comes to New Orleans area homes, many people have questions about generators. Portable or whole-home generators can be essential for riding out a hurricane and the time without power. Take a peek at some basic generator knowledge to keep you safe and see what works best for you! Portable Generators First… Read more »
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Realtors have noticed many homebuyers pumping the brakes on home purchases in the last two months. However, it has not come to a complete standstill; however, the market is slower than it was in the spring. Future homebuyers are saying things like, “I am waiting for the prices to come down” and “I don’t… Read more »
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Closing Costs. This is a word that you may hear as a buyer and have no clue what it even is! To break it down quickly, closing costs are the additional fees or expenses you incur while purchasing a home. This includes homeowners insurance, flood insurance, property taxes, lender fees, title company fees, and… Read more »
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