Real Estate

If you’re considering tackling a home improvement project this year, we have a few ideas.

The decision to list a home for sale is never easy.

This is a time of year we focus on resolutions — often already struggling with a new diet or exercise plan.

While history will eventually document the chaos of 2020, let’s take a moment to look into 2021.

One phrase almost always comes up with local homebuyers – the desire to find a home that’s “quintessential” New Orleans.

According to local MLS data, as of June 30, there has been a 28% increase in sales since the low point in April.

Since New Orleans entered “Phase One” of returning to business, there has been an observable increase in real estate activity.

Let’s take a closer look at the local real estate market and discuss the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on both current trends and potential long-term changes.

Considering taking on a renovation or flip? Check out our chat with our very own Emilie Riser Moseley, Real Estate Advisor.

While spring is often considered the “best” time to list a home, there are a few reasons you may want to consider listing this fall with school back in session.

In south Louisiana, we know the risks of flooding and the importance of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). But did you know that 29 states and the District of Columbia also have designated flood zones with homeowners who also benefit from the NFIP?

From experience, we can 100% agree that it’s imperative to be extremely thorough and comprehensive in the planning, design and development phases.

Are you feeling “over” your living room furniture or tired of your basic bedroom? Maybe you are considering testing the housing market and listing your home. Either way, we have plenty of design tips to share to bring your home into 2019.

We never planned to tackle a renovation – definitely not of one of New Orleans’ most unique homes – the personal residence of renowned architect Albert C. Ledner. But here we are, sharing our experiences with you.

Local architect Jonathan Tate and his team had a vision to redefine what living in a condo meant and have done just that with their project, Saint Thomas | Ninth. Each unit is completely detached and includes outdoor space, a porch and a gated off-street parking space.

The cooler temperatures are a perfect reminder to put your home’s best foot forward. There are many ways to bring curb appeal to your home this time of year:

Spring is often considered the best time to sell a home. BUT, did you know fall can be just as good a time to sell? Fewer properties are listed during the fall, which creates less competition in the market. Less competition can result in a faster, more profitable sale of your home.

There have been ample alerts announcing increased interest rates over the last year, so we sat down with Judy Pelitere, senior loan officer at Eustis Mortgage for a Q&A.

I finally admitted that we have outgrown our office. After months of searching for new digs, I thought of Baroness de Pontalba, perhaps New Orleans’ earliest woman entrepreneur. Born in 1798, she inherited a vast fortune at age 2 ½. Burdened with a failed marriage and salacious father-in-law who shot her four times, the Baroness was undaunted.

Summer is a time to help you relax and renew your spirit. If you’re a homeowner, though, it’s time to tackle a few easy DIY projects to keep your home in working order all year long.

Many homes in the area have increased in value over the past couple of years. Home mortgage rates are trending upward, and analysts agree they will continue to rise this year.

Title insurance is often misunderstood or not fully explained to homebuyers. “When buying a home, title insurance protects your interest and legal rights to your newly purchased property,” says Stuart Pirri of Title Concierge.

When selling your home, professional photos are an absolute must – for every price point and every condition. However, many sellers may wonder, “How can I show my home (or that room) in the best light?”

This old adage rings true for so many things – the online flash sale, getting a steal on a new car. There is fine print everywhere that we can overlook or misunderstand and, sadly, this holds true in real estate.

How can a realtor help companies recruit and retain employees? Easy. Partnering with Engel & Völkers New Orleans not only expands employee benefit offerings but also strengthens current staff loyalty. We sell New Orleans with ease, sharing why we all love “The Big Easy.”

There is a ton of information online designed to convince you that you don’t need a Realtor when buying or selling a home, or how limited listing services are “better” alternatives for selling your home.

Believe it or not, the first weeks after Mardi Gras are one of the best times to list your home in NOLA. How can you prep to be ready to hit the ground running after the parades?

When visiting my husband’s family in New Orleans, we take for granted how nice it is to walk down Magazine Street – wine in hand – while patronizing local shops. Sure, we could just be in a restaurant or bar, but we love to take in the neighborhood and have those chance encounters with friends that we get from walking down the street.

You’ve decided to build a house in the Gulf South. What architectural elements do you need to consider before you break ground?

You’ve heard of the Point, but how much do you really know about it?