The site was built with the help of z57 using their new 'Lead Generation' template. I have added my own personal touches with additional pictures and information so it isn't too run of the mill and bland. The new site allows visitors to sign up for FREE daily listing alerts, FREE Personalized Real Estate Tips, and search all Baton Rouge Homes for Sale plus surrounding areas!
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baton rouge real estate: Reasons why you shouldn't believe everything the media tells you
- 11/01/08 10:54 AM
We have great news for residents in the Baton Rouge area regarding real estate news no matter what the local and national news media is telling you! We have graphed each neighborhood we have homes listed in. The data from the Greater Baton Rouge Association of Realtors tells us we are currently selling at 2007's statistics and 2007 was a very good year! 2008 is by far the best year we've had to date! It always surprises me how corporate agenda can manipulate data to "sell papers" since we all know - bad news sells! When we read the headline - … (4 comments)
Feel like you are on vacation while living at home in this peaceful lakefront floor unit in Airlington Plantation. This 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath condo features quality handcrafted finishes and is centrally located for perfect access to New Orleans or Baton Rouge. All electric for low utilities and new refrigerator is to remain! Near I-10 and Airline Hwy. Perfect for your home or investment property. $162,000 -------------------------- 37246 Prairie Drive
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baton rouge real estate: Investing in Louisiana GO Zone
- 08/29/08 03:29 AM
What is GO Zone? The Gulf Opportunity Zone Act of 2005 (H.R. 4440 passed by Congress on Dec. 16, 2005, and signed by President Bush on Dec. 21, 2005) establishes tax incentives and bond provisions to rebuild the local and regional economies devastated by hurricanes Katrina and Rita. The act is commonly referred to as the "GO Zone Act. "While the entire state of Louisiana is part of the Hurricane Katrina Disaster Area, the provisions of the GO Zone Act apply only to a limited number of Louisiana parishes, defined as the "Core Disaster Area" and referred to as the "GO … (0 comments)
This past Friday my assistant and I went out to photograph this home and by the end of the day we had all our marketing ready and flyers ready to go for when we inputed it into the MLS. Monday morning I inputed it into MLS and within 5 minutes of inputting and before I could put it into Showings.com (CSS) we had a call from someone who wanted to preview it. The agent previewed it and then … (5 comments)
baton rouge real estate: Have a habit of losing your cell? Here's the answer...
- 08/10/08 05:24 AM
Cell phones are getting smaller and smaller. And if you're like me, you tend to lose them (under the car seat, in the couch cushions, under the pile of papers on your desk, etc.) Here's a site that's the answer to your problems:
PhonemyPhone.com! Go to phonemyphone.com, enter your phone number (Phonemyphone has a privacy agreement stating it will not sell your information) and within a minute or two they will call you allowing you to find your phone! Of course this only works if you have internet access. They also have the option of call time and number of times to … (22 comments)
Pennington Balloon ChampionshipsThe 3-day Pennington Balloon Championships begins on this Friday, August 8 and ends on Sunday, August 10. This is the sixth year of the nation's top hot air balloon festival! Attending will be more than 90,000 spectators and there will be 60 participating hot air balloons. It will take place at the Pennington Property and BREC Park along Perkins Road and Kenilworth Parkway. Races begin at 6:30 am and last till about 9 am daily! Activities resume at 3 pm daily with the opening of BREC's Children Village-pony rides, water slides, rock … (1 comments)
baton rouge real estate: Buyers: Know your credit score!
- 08/07/08 04:23 AM
"One big factor that's changed mortgage lending is widespread use of automated underwriting software, which is required for lenders to be able to sell loans on the secondary mortgage market. This software takes certain things into account, like credit scores, that weren't considered before." - Mark Steele, President of Howard Hanna Mortgage Services in Pittsburgh
As home buyers, you may be feeling the pressure of tougher restrictions when trying to receive approval for a real estate loan. What advice can I give you? Know your credit score. Why? Everything these days is becoming more credit scored focused. Following I will … (1 comments)
Think Google Earth but at street level and 360 degrees! If your town does have access to Street View (go check now!) all you have to do is:
1. Go to maps.google.com 2. Enter the address & city of what you are searching for 3. When your targeted location comes up click 'Street View' … (10 comments)
baton rouge real estate: Get your house ready to sparkle, shine, & SELL! Part III- Kitchens
- 08/05/08 09:28 AM
Kitchens Photo by:phelpsrenovations.com Kitchens have always been a selling point for home buyers and are likely to make or break a deal. Buyers want to see an updated kitchen that they can envision themselves preparing meals like gourmet chefs. It is important to note that kitchen upgrades will bring you the biggest return for your money. Here's a few to get you started: • First and Foremost, Make sure your kitchen is immaculate. The kitchen is the last place a home buyer wants to see a dead bug in the light fixture or grimy grout on the tile. • Update your cabinets! Paint … (0 comments)
This beautiful home is located in desirable Oak Hills Park Subdivision off of Siegen Ln. This 4BR/3BA Immaculate home features wood flooring throughout except for Bedrooms and Baths. Den has Brick fireplace with wall of windows overlooking perfect sized shaded yard with mature trees. Kitchen features large working island, an abundance of cabinets, and desk. Cook top is Jenn Aire! Spacious keeping room is set back to enjoy the views of the back yard while being a part of the kitchen activity. 3 way … (1 comments)
baton rouge real estate: Baton Rouge Weekend Events
- 08/01/08 06:00 AM
Red Stick Farmers Market The Red Stick Farmers Market is a market in downtown Baton Rouge with 55+ independent vendors that has been in operation for nearly ten years. Open every Saturday morning from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm in conjunction with The Main Street Market which is a six day a week public marketplace located on the first floor of the Galvez Garage in downtown Baton Rouge. Saturday vendors range from selling fresh fruits & vegetables to poultry to pastries to spices. A not to miss event! The first Saturday of every month also features local artists. The RedStick Farmers … (1 comments)
baton rouge real estate: Raw Food- Better than you think!
- 07/31/08 07:56 AM
‘Raw foodism' or ‘rawism' is a lifestyle which promotes the consumption of uncooked and unprocessed foods as a large percentage of a person's diet (usually 75%). This can sometimes mean raw foodists do not eat eggs and milk but others eat meat and fish (if it's raw). It depends on the lifestyle and results desired. Raw food is considered in the raw when it is not brought up to any temperature past 116 degrees Fahrenheit. Why eat raw food? It has been scientifically proven that cooking not only destroys nutrition, enzymes, vitamins, but chemically changes foods from the substances needed for … (9 comments)
Want to know the secret? Pricing. Let's not forget that pricing homes correctly is crucial in any market! … (14 comments)
baton rouge real estate: 3 Real Estate Selling Myths
- 07/11/08 09:46 AM
Myth #1: You should always price your home high and negotiate down.Truth: An entire blog series could be written on pricing (Now that I say it, I may take that as a challenge) First things first, If you list too high, you'll miss out on buyers looking in the price range where your home should be.
Forget receiving offers, if your home is overpriced some buyers may be scared off from even looking at it. The first 30 days is what I call the "window of opportunity", this is when you will receive the most attention from the real … (9 comments)
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