There is proof yet again that now is the time to buy a home in the Greater Baton Rouge area.  "Housing Predictor" released their yearly ranking of the top 10 hottest real estate markets for buyers and Baton Rouge was #9. 

The ranking represents areas of the country where the housing market is expected to appreciate (bucking the national trend) based on factors such as; stronger employment,prospects of growth and promises of prosperity.  You may see the list in its entirety here.

Now is a great time to buy a home in the Baton Rouge area.  The interest rates are at historic lows, there are many financing options available and a large inventory of homes to chose from.  If you or anyone you know is in the market to buy a house in the Baton Rouge area please call Shannon Sims, The Exclusive Buyer's Agent in Baton Rouge at (225)767-1999, you may also email Shannon at shannon@Judyburkett.com.

 

Refinance VS Buying… Which is best for you?
01/23/2009
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Lately my phone has been ringing off the hook with some of my past clients wanting my expert opinion on whether or not they should refinance their homes. While I am happy to speak with my clients and help them flesh out a plan that works best for… more
Update on the Bond Money
11/14/2008
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LHFA (the agency that handles the bond loans ) met this morning and below are the notes from a lender who attended: Shannon, According to the meeting I attended for LHFA Bond this morning, the 2008B Bond Issue will be available the last week of… more
Baton Rouge refuses to particapate in the national recession
10/23/2008
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According to RealtyTrac. com only Syracuse, NY has a lower foreclosure rate nationally then Baton Rouge: Baton Rouge ranks near bottom for foreclosure activity Baton Rouge was ranked 99th on a list of foreclosure increases for the nation's 100… more
Bond Money Now Available in Louisiana!
09/16/2008
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The last issue of the year is now available. This is a State Bond Issue which means it can be used in any of the 64 parishes. The bond will allow you to buy a home at a reduced interest rate and will give you 4% of the sales price to use towards… more
Good News!! Rural Development Loans (100% financing) are Available…
07/30/2008
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As stated in one of my earlier post, the area approved for Rural Development or RD Loans was expanded after the hurricanes to included parts of East Baton Rouge parish However, what I was not aware of until recently was that this included parts… more
Join Shannon Sims for an informative and free buyer's seminar August…
07/29/2008
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Earlier this year I hosted my first home buyer seminar; "Home Buying 101". It was such a great success that I have decided to do a second one! The next seminar is planned for August 10, 2008 from 10:00 a. m. Until 12:00 p. m. If you or anyone you know… more
Great News about the Baton Rouge/Ascension Real Estate Market!
06/05/2008
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FINALLY, the local media is starting to get it! Unlike the majority of the country, the Greater Baton Rouge real estate market is not depressed. It has been an uphill battle to try to get the word out to the public that things are not bad here;… more
Bond Money Update: I have a lender partner with a little(and I mean a…
05/27/2008
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This will be short and sweet! As you may be aware there is currently no bond money available in our area. However, I have a lender partner that has a little (and I mean a little) bond money left. If you or anyone you know is in the market to buy a… more
Great 100% financing available in East Baton Rouge, Livingston and…
05/27/2008
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When people hear the term rural development loan most think of a piece of property out in the middle of nowhere. Luckily, that is not the truth! Rural development loans are available for ALL of Ascension, Livingston, West and East Felician, West Baton… more
 

Shannon Sims

Baton Rouge, LA

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