When our clients begin the New Orleans home buying journey, many of them have the same lingering question – How much money do I need to buy a house? Team Be New Orleans wishes we could give you a blanket number and that be that. Unfortunately, it’s just not that easy. Inspections First things… Read more »
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You’ve made an offer on a house. The offer was accepted! You think you’re changing your mind about buying or selling your New Orleans home and you’re wondering “How do I get out of this?” For some, it’s easier than others. For Buyers: If you’re still in your inspection period, you can get… Read more »
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Whoohoo! We are going to see New Orleans homes for sale this week! One of these could be your potential new home. What should you, as the buyer, do to prep for these showings? Finish your pre-approval with a lender. We can’t submit an offer without a pre-approval letter. Make sure you get… Read more »
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Real estate photos should show you what the house looks like. It shows you the paint colors, the owners decorating styles, how large or small the yard is. Or we have the exact opposite situation in real estate photos – where they only show you the exterior and you’re slightly terrified of what’s on… Read more »
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House hunting for a New Orleans home is fun. Or it should be! Before going to see houses, you and your New Orleans real estate agent will determine what kind of properties to go visit. Do you want a big one? A little guy? Fixer-upper? Turn-key? Brand new? All of these things will be… Read more »
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Hiring a New Orleans real estate agent for home buying or selling is a big deal. Here are our guarantees as your New Orleans REALTORS. Communication & Update Guarantee We solemnly swear to always be communicative. We are committed to updating all of our home sellers and buyers at least once a week. Whether… Read more »
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You love New Orleans. You love it so much you want to marry it and buy your own New Orleans home. Now the question pops into your mind: Should I buy a home in New Orleans? The real question should be WHY NOT? What about Katrina? Hurricane Katrina was a freak storm and a situation… Read more »
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Let me be the first person to tell you: A perfect home does not exist. It just doesn’t. Whether it’s laundry piling up or an attic that needs more circulation, no home will be perfect. And that’s ok! Why do perfect homes not exist? In New Orleans and the metro area, we have older… Read more »
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Want to learn about first time home buyer classes in New Orleans? Not all first time home buyer classes are the same. If you have to pay for the class, you should speak with a lender BEFORE doing that. Some classes are for you to qualify for specific downpayment assistance. The problem with that is,… Read more »
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After you close on your New Orleans home, you will need to file your Homestead Exemption if you will be living in this home full-time. (If this is a second home or investment property – you can’t file for Homestead Exemption) What is a Homestead Exemption? Homestead Exemption is a discount on your… Read more »
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