Are Realtors Inept, Stupid & Completely Worthless..? - 12/28/09 07:54 AM
 
Via Greg Nino Houston Texas (RE/MAX West Houston Professionals):
Dear Consumer,
I understand your frustration, disappointment & even your anger about Realtors. You have been let down, lied to, and in some cases stolen from. And I do not feel sorry for most of you.
Let me share this story with you:
I had a computer that was constantly losing memory. It is now with it's 3rd technician. Like you, I know very little about "the industry." In fact, I know nothing about computers except what I've read online. Once in awhile a friend or relative will try to give me advice, but the result is … (4 comments)

It's Official! Louisiana is the HAPPIEST State! - 12/19/09 10:41 AM
According to an article for the journal Science, the research is complete, and there were many surprises. Here are the top 10 happiest states (includes the District of Columbia): 
The happiest states:   1. Louisiana2. Hawaii3. Florida4. Tennessee5. Arizona6. Mississippi7. Montana8. South Carolina9. Alabama10. Maine
The study took into account a state's weather, home prices and other factors that are known reasons to frown (or smile).  The self-reported information came from 1.3 million U.S. citizens who took part in a survey between 2005 and 2008.
On the other end of the list46. California47. Indiana48. Michigan49. New Jersey50. Connecticut51. New York
Researcher Andrew Oswald of … (5 comments)

SOLD! 1485 Frenchman's Bend Rd., Monroe, LA - 12/10/09 08:38 AM

This is a lovingly maintained custom home on the bayou in Frenchman's Bend. 4BR/2ba. High ceilings in living room & formal dining room. Breakfast area & hearth room enjoy view of bayou. Large master suite includes double walk-in closets, 2 vanities, jet tub & separate shower. Screened porch across the back. Wrought iron fencing within the large backyard.  Super storage. 3-car garage. Sterlington schools. SOLD for $317,000.
This home was For Sale By Owner for several months. I was the BUYERS' AGENT for this sale. That means I was working for the buyers and their best interest. 
Sellers who do not have … (1 comments)

Local Football Teams in State Playoff Games - 12/09/09 11:25 AM
West Monroe High School and Neville High School of Monroe are both playing in the state championship football series on Saturday at the Superdome in New Orleans!
West Monroe will play top-ranked Achbishop Rummel in Class 5A and Neville, ranked No. 2 in 4A, will play top-ranked Franklinton.  The Neville/Franklinton game will begin sometime around 4 pm. The West Monroe game will be the last game of the championship series, scheduled to begin about 7 pm.
The Mayors of Monroe and West Monroe issued a joint proclamation this week concerning the 2 schools and their bids for the top spots in Louisiana high school football. … (1 comments)

 

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