baton rouge real estate: Take Advantage of the First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit and Buy a Home in Baton Rouge LA
- 04/28/09 08:23 AM
The First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit was created to stimulate the housing sector of our economy as well as to put home ownership within reach of many people who may have thought that home ownership was beyond them. The tax credit, which was passed by Congress, grants a tax credit of up to $8,000.00 for first time home buyers. The details of the tax credit are as follows:
The tax credit is available to first-time home buyers who purchase a home between January 1, 2009 and December 1, 2009. A "first-time home buyer" is a home buyer (or … (0 comments)
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baton rouge real estate: Baton Rouge RE/MAX First Glenda Daughety Team Michelle Copeland Earns GRI Designation
- 04/28/09 08:19 AM
Michelle Copeland
Michelle Copeland, Buyer Specialist with the Glenda Daughety Team in Baton Rouge, has recently added another distinction to herself, the coveted GRI Designation. Michelle had already obtained the ABR Designation, the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation, as well as the e-Pro certification, certifying her competency as an Internet Professional. The GRI Designation only adds to her experience as a Realtor. Michelle is a graduate of the elite Howard Brinton Star Power University for Buyer Specialist. As a designated Buyer Specialist Michelle is dedicated to her profession, lending her expertise and support to her clients as well as … (0 comments)
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baton rouge real estate: Proposed Bills Aim to Support New Business in Louisiana
- 04/28/09 08:09 AM
There is no way around it, securing money these days is tough and two proposed bills in Louisiana seek a way to promote funds for new companies. The two bill seek to give insurance companies that support new companies a tax break. According to a recent article at Nola.com, "The business community has quickly rallied around the legislation, which could unleash as much as $200 million to promote entrepreneurship at a time when credit markets remain lock-jawed. Business leaders said the bills would both armor the state against recession in the short term and create a window for growth … (0 comments)
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baton rouge real estate: Positive Signs in Baton Rouge Real Estate
- 04/28/09 08:02 AM
Baton Rouge real estate sales were down by an average of 20% in March but, despite the prevailing economic gloom and doom, there is plenty of good news in the Baton Rouge real estate market. According to a recent article by Chris Gatreau in the Advocate, "sales prices held steady at about 97 percent of list prices, another healthy sign. And the average number of days on the market fell to 98 from 111 in February." The housing inventory in Baton Rouge is at a good level as are mortgage rates. Gatreau went on to say "the median home … (0 comments)
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baton rouge real estate: Selling Your Baton Rouge Home? Pay Attention to Curb Appeal
- 04/28/09 07:57 AM
Sometimes the outside of a home can make or break a sale. Often if a home is unappealing from the outside someone may not even want to enter a home to see it. If you are trying to sell your home consider sprucing up the exterior and making it as pleasing as possible to both the passersby and the potential home buyer. Often if your neighbor knows your house is for sale he might pass the word more freely if he likes what he sees.
Here are some suggestions that are both inexpensive and easy.
· Make it green. … (0 comments)
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baton rouge real estate: Glenda Daughety and Team of Baton Rouge RE/MAX First Rank High Among RE/MAX Realtors
- 04/28/09 07:55 AM
At the recent RE/MAX Awards Glenda Daughety was named the Realtor with the Number 3 Team for RE/MAX First and the number 5 RE/MAX Team in Louisiana. The honor of this achievement verifies that education and experience are valued in real estate. Glenda Daughety and her Team work hard to provide their clients with knowledge of the Baton Rouge real estate market, attention to detail and top-notch service. Glenda Daughety and her Team have achieved excellence and recognition time and time again for their performance in real estate sales and service.
If you are looking for real estate in … (3 comments)
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baton rouge real estate: Great Time to Buy in Baton Rouge, Mortgage Rates Hit Historical Low
- 04/28/09 07:50 AM
Mortgage rates have been at historical lows and this week they hit a new low. A 30 year fixed rate mortgage was averaging 4.85% by Thursday March 26, exactly 1% down from a year ago. For anyone interested in buying real estate this is great news. Money is cheaper to borrow than it has been in over 30 years. The reason for the drop is explained as an after-effect of the Federal Reserve's announcement to buy into the Treasury. The drop in mortgage rates appears to be getting the effect the government was hoping for. According to the National … (0 comments)
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baton rouge real estate: Ascension Communities-Legacy Hills
- 07/23/07 09:06 AM
Ascension Communities-Legacy Hills Legacy Hills in Geismar offers sophisticated living.Legacy Hills is located right outside Baton Rouge near other Baton Rouge area communities. This is a new subdivision that caters to those who want sophisticated living in a peaceful atmostphere. This restricted subdivision offers the advantage of being near Baton Rouge, but also allows relaxing peace and quiet living in the country.
Homes in Legacy Hills generously sized with open floor plans that include vaulted ceilings.
For more on Legacy Hills, or other Baton Rouge communities, contact Glenda Daughety.
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baton rouge real estate: Affordable Housing in Baton Rouge
- 07/23/07 08:45 AM
Affordable Housing in Baton Rouge For some, when it comes to searching for a home in Baton Rouge affordable housing is a top priority. Happily, there are several Baton Rouge communities that offer affordable housing in neighborhoods that are generally clean, quiet and safe. Baton Rouge affordable housing can be found in neighborhoods like Midtown and Melrose Place. Additionally, neighborhoods like the Monticello and Broadmoor Park subdivisions offer reasonably priced Baton Rouge homes.
You can find more information about Baton Rouge affordable housing, as well as programs designed to help homebuyers, by visiting the Baton Rouge Community Development Web page.
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baton rouge real estate: Baton Rouge Community-Monticello Subdivision
- 07/23/07 08:24 AM
Monticello Subdivision offers good Baton Rouge real estate value, some of the best available. This community offers a quieter atmosphere. Homes have usually been well-maintained and are typically a nice size.
This Baton Rouge community features great real estate values in addition to charming homes. The homes are well-priced for their size, and the location offers a piece of quiet living amid the excitement and entertainment options of Baton Rouge's city life.
For more on the Baton Rouge Monticello Subdivsion, or to search other Baton Rouge real estate, contact Glenda Daughety.
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baton rouge real estate: Baton Rouge Schools Designed a New Plan to Help Struggling Students
- 07/23/07 08:09 AM
Baton Rouge Schools Designed a New Plan to Help Struggling Students West Baton Rouge Parish students will get five weeks of summer enrichment. This new program in West Baton Rouge Parish schools is known as Summer Enrichment and Technology Camp. This is a five week class for children who will be fourth graders in the fall, and is designed to help students who are just short of basic competency.
The Advocate reports on the hopes for this program for Baton Rouge students:
"School Superintendent David] Corona hopes the plan will help these students not only retain what they learned the previous year, but … (0 comments)
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baton rouge real estate: Bill in Louisiana Legislature Aims to Increase Funds for Tourism Advertising
- 05/16/07 09:11 AM
Bringing more tourists to Baton Rouge and Louisiana is goal
In order to find a tourism advertising campaign for Louisiana, a bill has been introduced into the state legislature, removing the cap on the amount of funds used for tourism promotion from the sales and use tax. The Advocate reports on this move:
The increased revenue will allow the department to dedicate funds to a national advertising campaign and change the perception across the country that Louisiana remains severely damaged from hurricanes Katrina and Rita, said Ange'le Davis, secretary of the Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism.
Increased advertising about the state could also help … (1 comments)
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baton rouge real estate: Glenda Daughety's May Real Estate Podcast
- 05/11/07 09:24 AM
Glenda Daughety of RE/MAX First Presents:
The Baton Rouge Real Estate Podcast
May 2007:
This month's edition cover's Baton Rouge real estate market activity and then get the scoop on what you should do this Spring to buy or sell a property that is "market ready."
Features special guest Terri Murphy of US Learning.
Subscribe to Glenda's real estate Podcast
For more on Baton Rouge real estate and tips for buying or selling visit my website at www.GlendaDaughety.com!
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baton rouge real estate: Perkins Rowe Retail Development: Corner of Perkins Rd and Bluebonnet
- 05/11/07 09:08 AM
In Baton Rouge the anxiously awaited Perkins Roweis finally becoming a reality. To many Baton Rougeans that pass frequently have noticed the boom in construction over the past few months. In a recent article in the South Baton Rouge Journal, they tell just what Perkins Rowe will be:
"Perkins Rowe is a 56-acre urban mixed-use project that was planned in three phases, said Tommy Spinosa, owner of JTS, LLC, the development company. When the project is completed, it will include more than 400,000 square feet of retail space, 375,000 square feet of office space and up to 800 residential units of varying … (0 comments)
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baton rouge real estate: Baton Rouge Communities: Spanish Town
- 05/11/07 08:04 AM
Pay less for Baton Rouge real estate in the Spanish Town expansion area
One of the most interesting and historically vibrant of Baton Rouge communities is Spanish Town. Spanish Town is located on downtown Baton Rouge real estate, in the Downtown Development District. Directly north of Spanish Town is the state capital complex. One of the highlights of this area is the Spanish Town Mardi Gras parade, which is one of the biggest festivals in Baton Rouge.
Because Spanish Town is receiving a great deal of renovation (tearing down historical homes in Spanish Town Baton Rouge is frowned upon), and because the downtown … (1 comments)
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baton rouge real estate: Baton Rouge Communities: Beauregard Town Historic District
- 05/11/07 07:24 AM
This East Baton Rouge community offers some good real estate deals
In many cities, there are communities within the city that have their characters and attractions. In East Baton Rouge, community character shines in the Beauregard Town Historic District.
Old Downtown features the Mississippi River to the West, and includes a downtown business center to the north. Renovation has considerally picked up, and Baton Rouge real estate in this area is becoming more popular. It is worth noting that most of the renovations in the Beauregard Town Historic District are sweeping through the residential area, and since some are not completed, the Baton … (0 comments)
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baton rouge real estate: Hurricane Katrina Victims in Emergency Housing Have New Move Out Date
- 05/11/07 07:09 AM
The latest from FEMA regarding the move out date for hurricane victims has been pushed back again, but this time FEMA says that this new date is probably firm. The March 1, 2009 date mostly affects victims of Hurricane Katrina.
To watch the video, click here, from WBRZ News 2.
Baton Rouge real estate has been experiencing an increase of families moving into the area since Hurricane Katrina, making it a more desirable location. While the main rush for Baton Rouge real estate was a year and a half ago, in September 2005, Baton Rouge still remains a good location for many … (0 comments)
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