lisa heindel: 312 Helis Drive | Charming Home for Sale in Waggaman LA - 03/26/10 07:03 AM
Just Listed – Waggaman LA home for sale at 312 Helis Drive - only $99,000
New on the market, 312 Helis Drive is a charming home in the Live Oak Manor subdivision in Waggaman, LA.
Offering country living just minutes from New Orleans, Waggaman is located on the West Bank of the Mississippi River. Quick and easy access to the Huey P. Long Bridge drops you right off in Metairie, while the West Bank Expressway brings you downriver to New Orleans and Highway 90 takes you west into St. Charles Parish. 312 Helis is only a couple of blocks from … (3 comments)

lisa heindel: Sellers Divorcing! Must Sell!...or What Not To Tell A Buyer Agent - 03/21/10 05:40 AM
Sellers Divorcing! Must sell!!
That was what I read recently in an agent’s remarks in our local Multiple Listing Service (MLS). Now, I’m all for agents communicating with each other that a seller is motivated (although you would think that the mere act of putting their home on the market would mean they want to sell), but this one made me scratch my head and say “really?”
When an agent lists a home they (should) have a few goals in mind:
Net the best price for the sellers Sell it in the shortest amount of time Make the process … (19 comments)

lisa heindel: West Bank Living Has Been Posh'd! - 01/04/09 01:50 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. 

 
 
Posh'd chooses real estate sites (that don't suck) each week and puts them to a vote.  It's a great way to see other real estate sites and maybe pick up a few ideas for your own.
You can vote for West Bank Living here. 
 
 
While there, check out … (20 comments)

lisa heindel: My Agent Can't Help Me...Can You? - 12/22/08 04:17 AM
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 the seller had not disclosed.
Joe had several questions about how to handle this situation and wanted my advice on how to proceed.
 
Unfortunately, I could not help him.
 
Since he already has an agent who showed him property and wrote his offer, I referred Joe back to … (24 comments)

lisa heindel: Holiday Home Selling Tips - 12/01/08 12:20 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 very motivated.  If they are involved in a relocation to the West Bank, you can bet that the holiday season doesn't put their home search on the back burner. 
You have a wonderful opportunity to show your home at its sparkling best when decorated for the season...provided you follow a … (64 comments)

lisa heindel: Let's Talk Turkey...Bingo! - 11/19/08 01:33 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 you, but I usually need a break from all of the preparations and look forward to some time out of the house just to have a little fun.
What could be more fun than Turkey Bingo?
The Sunshine Club of Algiers is sponsoring it's annual Turkey Bingo on Tuesday, … (3 comments)

lisa heindel: It's Hard to Sell an Invisible House - 11/18/08 05:27 AM
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, and you know this, then please tell me why there are agents who still don't get it.  I'd really like to understand. 
I was going through the MLS this morning, looking for the perfect new listings to send to my buyers.  Here's the info on the 40 that I … (21 comments)

lisa heindel: Don't Talk to "The Realtor"! - 11/16/08 10:32 AM
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 talk to the REALTOR...if you give them a phone number, they will call you every day and hound you about buying or selling a house.
Don't talk to the REALTOR...if you give them your email address, they will send you more spam than those male enhancement companies about buying or … (23 comments)

lisa heindel: A Super Saturday at the New Orleans West Bank Farmer's Markets - 11/15/08 09:01 AM
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 some time wandering around the farmer's markets, picking up a couple of things here and there and taking pictures.  How was your Saturday?
First stop, Gretna Farmer's Market


Besides all of the salsas and sauces and fresh produce, there were some wonderful homemade breads.  After much deliberation, I … (15 comments)

lisa heindel: Is Your West Bank Home a $4 Latte? - 11/13/08 08:27 AM
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 once was.  At the same time, McDonald's posted an increase in third quarter 2008 earnings, with much of the continued growth attributed to the value levels of its menu.
As the economy tightens, how long will consumers continue to justify paying $4 for a cup of coffee when they can … (13 comments)

lisa heindel: West Bank Real Estate FAQ: What Does that Listing Status Mean? - 11/10/08 01:09 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 of time and effort goes into the analysis of the West Bank real estate market each month.  But, if you are not a real estate geek (like me) or have lived in another part of the country where the terms used are different, then some of it may seem like … (11 comments)

lisa heindel: Terrytown and Gretna LA 70056: October 2008 Real Estate Market Update - 11/10/08 12:38 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 on buyers home to sell) priced at $209,000 19 under contract listings, priced from $30,000 to $499,000 Based on October 2008 sales, there is a 9 month supply of homes for sale in Terrytown and Gretna LA, down from 12.9 months in September. What changed?  A 50% increase in the … (2 comments)

lisa heindel: Community Master Planning Meeting for Algiers and English Turn - 11/10/08 05:32 AM
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 voices heard during the planning meeting for Districts 12 and 13, Algiers and English Turn.
When? Thursday, 11/13/2008, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Where? O. P. Walker High School, 2832 General Meyer Ave. in Algiers
This district meeting will focus on planning and zoning issues that impact … (2 comments)

lisa heindel: Belle Chasse LA: October 2008 Real Estate Market Reports - 11/09/08 03:21 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 listings, priced from $41,900 to $399,500 Based on October 2008 home sales, there is a 8.9 month supply of homes for sale in Belle Chasse LA, down from 11.8 months in September Belle Chasse LA - Number of Homes Sold October 2008  
Belle Chasse homes continue to sell at … (9 comments)

lisa heindel: Harvey LA: October 2008 Real Estate Market Report - 11/07/08 03:54 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 from $20,000 to $499,000 Based on October 2008 sales, there is a 9.75 month supply of homes for sale in Harvey Harvey LA - Number of Homes Sold October 2008
The number of homes sold in Harvey LA continues to remain stable from month to month, although the inventory … (4 comments)

lisa heindel: Marrero LA: October 2008 Real Estate Market Update - 11/06/08 05:14 AM
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 $120,000 to $365,000 46 under contract listings, priced from $44,900 to $375,000 Based on the number of Marrero homes sold in October, there is a 7.3 month supply of homes for sale, very close to a balanced real estate market (5-6 month supply).  This is a huge change from last … (5 comments)

lisa heindel: Westwego, Avondale and Bridge City LA: October 2008 Real Estate Market Reports - 11/05/08 12:36 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 $179,000 Based on October sales, there is a 10.9 month supply of homes for sale in Westwego, Avondale and Bridge City, up from 9.5 last month. Westwego, Avondale and Bridge City LA - Number of Homes Sold October 2008
I was pleased to see that the big jump in … (1 comments)

lisa heindel: Where To Find REAL Information About West Bank Real Estate - It's Not Where You Think! - 10/30/08 08:03 PM
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.  And it's a huge disappointment to me.
Why?
One of the big upgrades to the site is the inclusion of home valuations or "What's My House Worth?".  Unless you are the type of person who looks at every inch of a screen or reads all of the fine print, you might miss … (50 comments)

lisa heindel: 1404 Quebrada del Sur Harvey LA 70058: Spanish Oaks Home for Sale - 10/27/08 04:06 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 close to shopping, dining and entertainment, Harvey is on the list of top West Bank communities. Take a tour today.

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lisa heindel: Join Me in Helping to Restore Brechtel Park - 10/26/08 11:33 AM
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 to keep up with what's going on with the park through newsletters from the Friends of Brechtel Park.  When my newsletter arrived this week, I was shocked to find out that there is no money (as in zero, zilch, nada) being budgeted by the New Orleans City Council for improvements … (8 comments)

 
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