new orleans: 1031 Exchange - 05/15/07 12:19 PM
1031 Exchange
Could someone explain to me the Like Property clause of 1031 exchange? Today, some one told me that the like clause is of similar type. For example, I thought that the clause meant that if you sold a single family home you would purchase another single family home. Today, conversation led me to believe that if the property is an investment property it would have to be an investment property. Example: sell a single family home and purchase a duplex property. I think I understand the other rules of the 1031. This one has always caused me concern.
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new orleans: 15,000 Points in 45 days - 04/07/07 05:57 PM
15,000 Points in 45 days.
 
Today we pass the 15,000 points. I found Active Rain on February 19, 2007. How I reach this point is by participating at every level. Although, I am not as witty as most writers; I enjoy the challenge. My posts are drawn from my various experiences of the last 22 years in the practice of real estate. In addtion to posting blogs, I add comments to all post that I visit. I enjoy reading most post. I have also invite other to join Active Rain and posted various pictures of local interest. My favorite thing I like … (22 comments)

new orleans: Zurich Classic of New Orleans - 04/07/07 05:49 PM
Zurich Classic of New Orleans
TPC of Louisiana in Avondale, La.
 
TPC is newly re-opened after Hurricane Katrina. The golf course was closed due to damage landscape due to Hurricane Katrina. The Zurich Classic of New Orleans dates are April 16 - 22, 2007. Go to their official web site for all the information: http://www.zurichgolfclassic.com/.  Tickets start at $25.00.
 
This is PGA Tour New Orleans style. There will be live music and great food. On Saturday, Better Than Ezra and Sunday Irma Thomas to name a few.
 
Come out and support New Orleans and Enjoy great golf from the Pro's.
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new orleans: New Orleans Jazzfest 2007 - 04/06/07 07:44 AM
New Orleans Jazzfest 2007
 
April 27 - May 6
 
The New Orleans Jazzfest is returning April 27 - May 6, 2007. Go to their web site more information. The New Orleans Jazzfest is returning the New Orleans Fairgrounds. The temperature should be ideal. Come and join in on the fun.
TICKETS
Ticket prices are $35 in advance, $45 at the gate per day for all-day admission to the Heritage Fair.
Tickets for all Festival events may be purchased at all Ticketmaster ticket centers throughout the Gulf South.
To charge tickets by phone to American Express, Visa, MasterCard, or Discover Card, or for ticket information, call 504-522-5555 … (4 comments)

new orleans: Business Cards - 04/06/07 07:25 AM
Do you hand out Business Cards anymore?
 
Recently, I am noticing more and more agents when they are viewing my listing they are not presenting a business card. Is this a new trend? I go thru about 1000 cards a month. I give them to everyone even other agents. You never know when you my need to contact me. I also save business cards. I can not remember everyone phone number like I used too. What is your take on this trend? Do agents not want to spend money on business cards? I will continue to give my cards out … (35 comments)

new orleans: Garmin 330 GPS - 04/06/07 06:09 AM
Garmin 330 GPS
 
I have used the Garmin 330, since the beginning of the year. It has a number of times shown value by finding property with relative ease. In New Orleans, where street signs have not made a come back using GPS is a great find.
 
Recently, on a weekend outing the Garmin 330 GPS relieve us of any thought of using a map. The biggest problem with using a GPS is having trust. You must relie on the GPS which is hard to over come. The GPS via voice control will tell you how to get to your destination. It … (9 comments)

new orleans: Jeff Wilhelms's Top Agent Toolbox - 04/06/07 01:22 AM
Has anyone used Jeff Wilhelm's' Top Agent Toolbox?
 
I have been getting email's asking to buy his system. The bottom line is $547.00 or 3 payments of $199.00. If you have used his system please let us know. If this system in not worth it, I will place on my junk mail list. The email seems to work. It has my attention I thought I would for others option.
 
Thanks for sharing your views on this system.
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new orleans: Activity Report in Greater New Orleans, La. - 04/06/07 01:15 AM
How is activity in your area?
 
Spring has arrived and so has the buyers in my area. The property price range that is moving so fast we cant keep up is in the $150-200K. I have one listing that in the first 10 days had four offers. The buyers are presenting near asking price bids. In this case the seller needs a closing date after school let out. These buyers are having difficult working with this. Other listings, in the range $200k - $250 are starting to show similar action.
 
Our firm, Specialize Real Estate Services, Inc. http://www.sresinc.com/ as a whole is … (2 comments)

new orleans: 149 Georgine Dr. Wallace, La. $209,000 OFF THE MARKET - 04/04/07 10:29 AM
 
149 Georgine Dr. Wallace, La. $209,000
 
This Sugar Lane Estate home is new construction. A three bedroom and two full bath. All electric home on a 70 x 120 lot. Sugar Land Estate is approximate 45 minutes to New Orleans and Baton Rouge, La. In a beautiful country like setting, a brand new subdivision. Two car attach garage and a nice covered patio.
 
Just a short walk to the Mississippi River Levee.
 
Additional features include: Ceiling fans, Central Air and Heat, Cable TV,
More information go to http://www.7824.com/ 
 
 
 
 
 
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new orleans: 0 Georgine Dr. Wallace, La. Sugar Lane Estate - 04/04/07 10:14 AM
0 Georgine Dr. Wallace, La.
 
This Sugar Lane Estate home is new construction. Master bedroom has tray ceilings. Dining room and bedroom has vaulted ceilings. 9Ft ceiling throughout. Great room has 10Ft ceiling. Brand New construction. A must see. Sugar Land Estate is approximate 45 minutes to New Orleans and Baton Rouge, La. In a beautiful country like setting, a brand new subdivision. Two car attach garage and a nice covered patio.
 
Just a short walk to the Mississippi River Levee.
 
Additional features include: Ceiling fans, Central Air and Heat, Cable TV, All electric home. A must see.
More information go to http://www.7824.com/
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new orleans: Sugar Lane Estate Wallace, La. - 04/03/07 01:44 PM
Sugar Land Estate New Development on the West Bank of St. John the Baptist Parish
 
Wallace, La.
 
Sugar Land Estate is approximate 45 minutes to New Orleans and Baton Rouge, La. In a beautiful country like setting, sits a brand new subdivision. As of this writing only 4 new homes are occupy. The minimum square footage is 1600. This area will consist of all brick homes sitting on slabs. The community is a short walk to the Mississippi River Levee for its glory and view. Easy access is made possible due to the Mississippi River bridge crossing only one eight of mile … (0 comments)

new orleans: How to Add News and Events to Localism - 04/03/07 12:38 PM
How do you ad News and Events to Localism? Also, if you're an agent from a different area working a particular community, how do you add your views to the new area you are working using the agent and brokers tab?
 
I am able to upload photos thanks to the help of our fellow Active Rain members.
 
Thanks in Advance
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new orleans: New Orleans Medical Workers Needed - 04/01/07 02:54 PM
Medical workers are in short supply in the Greater New Orleans area.
Affordable housing for medical is coming to the fore front here in New Orleans. The medical staff includes all disciplines: Doctors, Register Nurses, Respiratory Therapist, and all the remaining allied health professionals are in short supply.
Since Hurricane Katrina, many health care professional have relocated due to their home being lost or badly damage. The average pay for all medical personal has increase about 50% compared to Pre Katrina pay.
My thought is how we as Real Estate Professional, can help bring back these professionals which we all need. We … (2 comments)

new orleans: How to Add Pictures to Localism - 04/01/07 03:51 AM
 How to Add Pictures to Localism
How do you add pictures to localism? I see where others have added photos for our state but no links to upload etc...
 
I have tried to enter as Blog post but no luck. I am new and it shows. I have some great pictures of the New Orleans Home and Garden Show I am trying to post for all to enjoy.
 
Thanks in Advance.
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new orleans: Louisiana Superdome, New Orleans, La. - 03/31/07 03:50 PM
New Orleans Home and Garden Show
 
The Louisiana Superdome is the site for the New Orleans Home and Garden Show. We visited the show on Saturday evening. It appears most vendors were involved with the rebuilding of property damage during Hurricane Katrina. There were two model modular homes on the floor of the Superdome for exhibit. Over all the show was nice. The crowd in my estimate was not to pre Katrina level.
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new orleans: New Orleans Home and Garden Show - 03/30/07 02:12 PM
New Orleans Home and Garden Show
 
Get a $2 discount on show tickets. http://www.neworleanshomeshow.com/
 
Show Dates & Hours
Thursday, March 29    2pm-9pm
Friday, March 30         2pm-9pm
Saturday, March 31     10am-9pm
Sunday, April 1            11am-7pm
 
Admission
Adults  $9.00
Children 12 and under FreeMilitary personnel:  $4.50 with valid IDDiscount valid for military personnel and immediate family only. 
Venue Location
Louisiana Superdome
Sugar Bowl Drive
New Orleans, LA 70112
Phone: 504.587.3663
http://www.superdome.com/ for directions, parking and banking info
 
The New Orleans Home & Garden Show is owned by the Home Builders Association of Greater New Orleans and produced by dmg world media
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new orleans: Broker's Tour | Real Estate | Northshore | Mandeville, La 70471 - 03/08/07 03:51 AM
Broker's Tour Real Estate Open House
 
 Frank Rubi Real Estate, LLC 
 
What do you offer so that other agents and Broker will attend your Broker Tour?
Sure you have a beautiful listing and the price is right. Here in the Greater New Orleans area food seems to work. The food of choice appears to be Shrimp. All sorts of Shrimp dishes to include Shrimp Fettuccini, Alfredo, Jambalaya. Lately, I have only notice one property which offers give a way.
 
Beside the food, there are great reasons to attend. We have a small company about 70 agents. We encourage all agents to attend their area tours. … (0 comments)

 
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