Name

Tina Baril (Licensed in Louisiana)

Company

Specialized Real Estate Services, Inc.

E-mail

Contact Tina Baril (Licensed in Louisiana) (Specialized Real Estate Services, Inc.)

Website

http://www.tinabaril.com

Office Phone

(504) 468-7979

Cell Phone

(985) 249-8081

Fax

(985) 796-0405

Address

3525 Hessmer Ave, Suite 301, Metairie, LA USA, 70002

Description

Residential & commercial sales and leasing on both North and South shores of the Lake. Homes and Land in Mandeville, Madisonville, Covington, Folsom, Bush, Goodbee, Abita Springs, Lacombe, Slidell

It's not about me, It's about You! But since you've asked...

 

 

I am a Louisiana licensed Realtor. I specialize in representing my clients in the purchase and sale of residential and income property, acreage/land and equestrian properties. I truly love this area and pride myself on my knowledge of current transactions, school districts, neighborhood information, and related services, including mortgage, insurance and inspection information. I am familiar with the following areas: New Orleans, the West Bank and East Bank of Jefferson Parish, St Rose and Ormond, Luling, Boutte, St Tammany, Washington and Tangipahoa Parishes.

Over the years, one quality that has distinguished me from many other real estate agents is that I've always tried to find new and better ways to assist my clients.  In addition to continuing my real estate education and extending my professional network, I've also found that the latest technologies, many of them Internet-based, are enabling me to do everything I've always done, only much more efficiently. Not only do they help me to optimize my time, but they also allow me to keep extending the range of services I provide to my clients.. 

There are many reasons why I enjoy helping people with their real estate needs. First and foremost is the satisfaction I get from helping them realize their dreams and get through the major transition that accompanies buying, selling and moving.

In fact, I've been helping people in the New Orleans and St. Tammany areas for many years, so you could say that I know the area very well. That's why, in my ongoing commitment to first-class service, I can confidently say that if I can't answer a specific home-related question you have, I'm a phone call or email away from an expert in my professional network who can. 

If you have been thinking of moving, or will be putting your home on the market, give me a call or an email and I'll be happy  to provide you with a update on your local area market statistics.  I can provide the latest information on your part of town: whats for sale, whats sold, what has not sold.I am a customer driven Realtor dedicated to achieving results and providing exceptional service. If you are in the market to buy or sell a home, I will put my real estate expertise to work for you!

Certifications and Recognitions

• REALTOR® certification
• Member of Northshore Area Board of Realtors
• ABR - Accredited Buyer Representative
• Member of the New Orleans Metropolitan Association of Realtors
• Multi Million dollar producer
• 2007 NABOR Bronze Award
• 2009 NABOR Bronze Award
• Agent of the Month

 

         

HOME PRICE APPRECIATION

How can I improve the value of my property?

Outside of a homeowner's control, the biggest factor is market conditions. Other important issues are:

• condition of the property
• specific home improvements
• neighborhood stability and safety

The greatest rise in home prices occurs when the economy is strong and the number of home sales is increasing. Specific home improvements can increase the value above the cost of the improvements.

• remodeled bathroom returns, 81 percent to the owner
• bathroom addition, 89 percent
• master bedroom suite, 82 percent

Remember, quality pays. Well-planned and well-executed remodeling jobs are a good investment while bad work seldom enhances value or livability.

The safety and security of a neighborhood can affect property values, too. If you live in a high-crime area, an organized community watch program not only will lower the crime rate but give home values a boost, too.

How can I increase the value of my property?

Specific home improvements can increase your property value above the cost of the improvements themselves, such as remodeling a kitchen, adding a bathroom, finishing a basement or upgrading landscaping. Just be sure that quality pays with remodeling. A bad remodeling job will do little to boost your property value.

If you live in a high-crime area, an organized community watch program not only will lower the crime rate but can enhance property values, too. It also helps to live in an area where other homeowners are upgrading their homes, which can help pull up your property value, too.

The bottom line is to measure the cost of any improvements you want to make against the overall values in your neighborhood. If you over improve for the neighborhood, you may not necessarily recover your costs or boost your property value significantly.

Will buying a bigger home increase my profit?

Consider these questions before making a choice between adding on to an existing home or moving up in the market to a bigger house:

• How much money is available, either from cash reserves or through a home improvement loan, to remodel the current house?
• How much additional space is required? Would the foundation support a second floor or does the lot have room to expand on the ground level?
• What do local zoning and building ordinances permit?
• How much equity already exists in the property?
• Are there affordable properties for sale that would satisfy housing needs?

Ultimately, the decision should be based on individual needs, the extent of work involved and what will add the most value.

 

How do I find out how much my home is worth?

A comparative market analysis and an appraisal are the standard methods for determining a home's value.

Your real estate agent will be able to provide a comparative market analysis, an informal estimate of value based on comparable sales in the neighborhood. Be sure you get listing prices of current homes on the market as well as those that have sold. You also can research this yourself by checking on recent sales in public records. Be sure that you are researching properties that are similar in size, construction and location. This information is not only available at your local recorder's or assessor's office but also through private companies and on the Internet.

An appraisal, which generally costs $200 to $300 to perform, is a certified appraiser's opinion of the value of a home at any given time. Appraisers review numerous factors including recent comparable sales, location, square footage and construction quality.

What are the differences between market value and appraised value?

The appraised value of a house is a certified appraiser's opinion of the worth of a home at a given point in time. Lenders require appraisals as part of the loan application process; fees range from $200 to $300.

Market value is what price the house will bring at a given point in time. A comparative market analysis is an informal estimate of market value, based on sales of comparable properties, performed by a real estate agent or broker. Either an appraisal or a comparative market analysis is the most accurate way to determine what your home is worth.

 

Areas of Expertise

I am a full time real estate agent located in St. Tammany, Louisiana. 

Whether you are a first time homebuyer, want to move up to a larger home, or want to downsize I can help.  I will do my absolute best to make your home purchase process as stress free as possible.  I go the extra mile for my clients!

Experienced in investment properties, resale, residential and commercial leases and new construction purchases.  Contacts for Lenders, Title Companies, Home Inspectors, Insurance Agents, Pest Control Companies, and School Districts. 

I help my clients throughout the entire process, and am happy to say that I make many new friends in the process!

Attention First Time Buyers:

Congratulations on your decision to purchase your first home!

 This is a very exciting time in your life! No more paying someone else's mortgage! However this can also be an overwhelming and frustrating experience. It is important that you understand what the home buying process involves. I will be happy to meet with you and explain the entire process. Together we can determine what the best course of action will be to help you achieve your goal of home ownership

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• I will lead you through every step of the exciting home buying process.
  
• I will help you define your "wish list" of features you want in your home, your neighborhood and your school district.
   
• I will walk you through the mind-boggling financial details associated with buying a home, including understanding the various mortgages and home buying programs available to you.
   
• I will monitor all new listings and alert you to new houses as soon as they are put on the market.
   
• I will eliminate the stress involved with buying a home by putting my years of real estate experience to work for you.

If you need to put your home on the market, Why you should choose me to sell your home

Possibly the most important factor in selling a home in the St. Tammany market is making sure that you are working with an agent that is experienced in market ing to the largest audience possible. After all, the more prospective buyers that can view your property, the better! Being a technology savvy REALTOR® has allowed me to help numerous clients with the sale of their home and I can do the same for you.

I analyze and determine home values in the St.Tammany market every day. As a top real estate expert in this area, I can help you determine exactly what your home is worth in the current market. Then, as an experienced professional, I'll market your home and negotiate on your behalf to sell your home at the best price possible.

 

I will aggressively market your home not just locally, but on a national basis. Through my professional contacts and affiliations, as well as my advanced technology tools, I can instantly put your home listing in all of the places qualified buyers are looking. Within minutes, I can alert every real estate agent in the greater New Orleans area, as well as national firms that specialize in helping people relocate to new areas.

 Your property will not only get a lawn sign and a flyerbox.  It will have a huge internet presence on the most visited real estate website- realtor.com, NOLA.com, Yahoo.com, AOL.com, Zillow, Trulia, Move.com, TinaBaril.com and many more.  I also invest in local print advertising such as Homes and Land Magazine and the Real Estate Guide.  I am pro active in the sales process, giving your listing exposure to local and nationwide brokerage firms, and other professional contacts.

I will come to your home and personally advise you of how to best prepare your home to get the highest price, in the shortest amount of time.

 

I will protect your best interests throughout the entire process. You can leverage my years of experience as a top real estate professional to answer all of your questions about every aspect of the selling and closing process. You will be informed and in control, every step of the way. It's my job to make sure your home selling experience is as comfortable and painless as possible!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Finding the perfect home is my business. Contact me today!

 

 

 

                                                                  

Testimonials

Tina-your help allowed us to obtain our dream home! Without you, none of this would have happened. Thank you so much for all the hard work and time you have given to us. Ray & Debbie B.