lisa heindel: West Bank Living Has Been Posh'd! - 01/04/09 09:50 AM
I've been offline more than on for the last couple of weeks with the holidays, so imagine my surprise when I logged into Twitter last night and found that West Bank Living had been Posh'd!
I don't know who nominated my site, but THANK YOU whoever you are.
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lisa heindel: My Agent Can't Help Me...Can You? - 12/22/08 12:17 PM
I got a call yesterday from an out of town buyer, "Joe", who wanted to know about his rights after an inspection. He is being transferred to NAS JRB New Orleans and had written a purchase agreement on a West Bank home. As it happened, the inspector uncovered some items that … (24 comments)
lisa heindel: Holiday Home Selling Tips - 12/01/08 08:20 PM
Although there are fewer buyers actively looking for new homes between Thanksgiving and Christmas each year, it's important to remember that the key word here is fewer. That doesn't mean that no one is looking! In fact, buyers who are searching for a home during the traditional "slow" time are typically … (66 comments)
lisa heindel: Let's Talk Turkey...Bingo! - 11/19/08 09:33 PM
Next week the kids are out of school and the grocery stores will be packed with folks hunting and gathering all of the things they need to prepare too much food for too few people. For many, it's a stressful time, trying to do everything just so. I don't know about … (3 comments)
lisa heindel: It's Hard to Sell an Invisible House - 11/18/08 01:27 PM
I know...I've gone on and on about the statistics. Over 85% of today's buyers are looking on the internet for their new home. Listings with multiple photos and virtual tours get more views and more attention from buyers than those without. Kind of common sense, huh? Well, if I know this, … (21 comments)
lisa heindel: Don't Talk to "The Realtor"! - 11/16/08 06:32 PM
There is a perception of many REALTORS as middle aged women or men with too much/not enough hair, too much make up, too much perfume, too much gaudy jewelry, too big of a car....everything in excess and then on top of all of that - they are PUSHY, PUSHY, PUSHY!
Don't … (23 comments)
lisa heindel: A Super Saturday at the New Orleans West Bank Farmer's Markets - 11/15/08 05:01 PM
Originally published at West Bank Living
What a gorgeous Saturday! Sun shining, a sky so clear it almost hurts to look at it, and the fall breeze is finally blowing. What a perfect day to be outside on the West Bank. After showing a couple of houses this morning, I spent … (15 comments)
lisa heindel: Is Your West Bank Home a $4 Latte? - 11/13/08 04:27 PM
Originally published at West Bank Living
This week, the news came out that Starbucks projects a more than 90% drop in 4th quarter 2008 earnings. As changes in the economy are forcing some consumers to tighten their budgets, high priced coffee is no longer selling at the rapid pace that it … (13 comments)
lisa heindel: West Bank Real Estate FAQ: What Does that Listing Status Mean? - 11/10/08 09:09 PM
This post was on the back burner, waiting for a day when I had nothing to write. But, my good friend Colleen Fischesser, REALTOR extraordinaire of Maple Valley, WA asked me today about the different listings statuses in my market compared to hers. So, Colleen, this is for you :)
A lot … (11 comments)
lisa heindel: Terrytown and Gretna LA 70056: October 2008 Real Estate Market Update - 11/10/08 08:38 PM
Originally published at West Bank Living
Current real estate statistics for Terrytown and Gretna (70056) as of 11/5/2008:
189 active listings, priced from $39,900 to $1,590,000
Average listing price of $226,697
Median listing price of $179,900
6 pending sales (continuing to show) priced from $30,000 to $235,000
1 open predication (waiting … (2 comments)
lisa heindel: Community Master Planning Meeting for Algiers and English Turn - 11/10/08 01:32 PM
Originally published at West Bank Living
After the recent election, voters made it clear that they want the City of New Orleans master plan to not only be utilized, but to have the force of the community and law behind it. This week we all have a chance to make our … (2 comments)
lisa heindel: Belle Chasse LA: October 2008 Real Estate Market Reports - 11/09/08 11:21 PM
Originally published at West Bank Living
Current real estate market statistics for Belle Chasse LA as of 11/5/2008:
62 active listings, priced from $73,900 to $1,700,000
Average listing price of $386,993
Median listing price of $302,500
2 pending but continue to show listings, priced from $138,000 to $233,900
4 under contract … (9 comments)
lisa heindel: Harvey LA: October 2008 Real Estate Market Report - 11/07/08 11:54 AM
Originally published at West Bank Living
Current real estate statistics for Harvey LA as of 11/5/2008:
195 active listings, priced from $51,500 to $598,000
Average list price of $190,561
Median list price of $159,900
6 pending but continue to show listings, priced from $129,900 to $227,000
42 under contract listings, priced … (4 comments)
lisa heindel: Marrero LA: October 2008 Real Estate Market Update - 11/06/08 01:14 PM
Originally published at West Bank Living Current real estate market statistics for Marrero LA as of 11/5/2008: 257 active listings, priced from $49,500 to $1,150,000 Average list price $173,769 11 pending sales, continuing to show, priced from $44,900 to $229,500 3 open predication offers (waiting on buyer's home to sell) priced from … (5 comments)
lisa heindel: Westwego, Avondale and Bridge City LA: October 2008 Real Estate Market Reports - 11/05/08 08:36 PM
Originally published on West Bank LivingCurrent real estate statistics for Westwego, Avondale and Bridge City LA as of 11/5/2008: 131 active listings, priced from $39,900 to $398,995 Average list price $133,811 5 pending sales, continuing to show, priced from $85,000 to $120,000 14 homes are under contract, priced from $49,900 to … (1 comments)
lisa heindel: Where To Find REAL Information About West Bank Real Estate - It's Not Where You Think! - 10/31/08 03:03 AM
Recently, the big daddy of all real estate sites, Realtor.com, changed their look and added several new features designed to make it easier for home buyers and sellers to find out everything they need to know about buying or selling a house. It's a nice looking site. It's easy to navigate. … (50 comments)
lisa heindel: 1404 Quebrada del Sur Harvey LA 70058: Spanish Oaks Home for Sale - 10/27/08 11:06 AM
Just listed Harvey LA home for sale!
Located in the rear of the quiet Harvey community of Spanish Oaks, 1404 Quebrada del Sur is new on the market. Well maintained, with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, an open floorplan and a terrific location. Minutes from both West Bank military bases and … (3 comments)
lisa heindel: Join Me in Helping to Restore Brechtel Park - 10/26/08 06:33 PM
I've written before about Brechtel Park in Algiers, reminding everyone that we have a diamond in the rough - 112 acres on the America's Wetland Birding Trail that is right in our own backyards and has the potential to rival any other park on the West Bank.
I try … (8 comments)
lisa heindel: Selling Your West Bank Home? Here's How to Get From For Sale to Sold in under 60 Days - 10/19/08 09:52 AM
None of us is immune from the news being broadcast every day. The talking heads of the media have had a laser sharp focus on the economy and the real estate industry, mostly forecasting doom and gloom and making people nervous about their futures. What the media forgets is that people … (19 comments)
lisa heindel: Over the River and Through the Woods... - 10/18/08 03:59 PM
Every now and again, it's nice to just get away for a few days - away from the city, the cars, the hustle and bustle that makes up our every day lives. This past weekend we did just that. Packed up the car, kids, canoe, 4 wheeler, food and friends and … (23 comments)
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I've been offline more than on for the last couple of weeks with the holidays, so imagine my surprise when I logged into Twitter last night and found that West Bank Living had been Posh'd!
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