lisa heindel: OFF THE MARKET - 1425 Spanish Oaks Drive Harvey, LA 70058
- 05/03/08 02:45 PM
Imagine opening the front door at the end of a hard day and being greeted with this....
Welcome to 1425 Spanish Oaks Drive! New on the market, this home had an overhaul in 2006.
It's a fabulous, open floor plan with loads of improvements....recessed lighting, new ceiling fans and easy care ceramic tile throughout.
With almost 1,900 square feet of living area, you can entertain to your hearts content then retreat to peace and quiet at the end of the day.
3 bedrooms 2 full baths Double attached garage All appliances remain, including washer, dryer and refrigerator … (19 comments)
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lisa heindel: Does Your Agent Have A Client Bill of Rights?
- 05/03/08 12:27 PM
Today required a trip to the urgent care center for my 12 year old son. He has a small abscess on the corner of his mouth that started out looking like a pimple. Nothing worth an emergency room visit, but he was uncomfortable enough to need to see a doctor. When you are 12 and you can't eat pizza, it's time to go to the doctor.
As we were waiting in the exam room to see the physician, I noticed a Patient Bill of Rights posted on the wall, outlining the center's goals for how all patients are to be treated. I … (16 comments)
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lisa heindel: West Bank Weekend Events - May 2-4, 2008
- 05/01/08 02:51 AM
It's the second weekend of Jazz Fest, but if you don't plan on heading out to the fairgrounds, there's still plenty to do on the West Bank.
Tribute to John McDonough
Growing up in New Orleans, I remember what an honor it was as a student to be chosen to participate in McDonough Day ceremonies. In his will, philanthropist John McDonough donated land for schools to the City of New Orleans with the condition that each year school children would lay flowers on his grave. This year's tribute is on Friday at 9:45 am at the McDonoughville Cemetery on Hancock Street in … (7 comments)
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lisa heindel: Don't Just Call the Name On the Sign
- 04/30/08 02:05 PM
With several homes for sale on the West Bank of New Orleans, I get a lot of phone calls from potential buyers looking for information. They are driving around a neighborhood, see a sign, grab the cell phone and call from right in front of the house.
What's wrong with this? Too many times, when I ask if they are working with an agent, the response is "No, I'm just calling the names on the signs of houses I like".
Let me get this right...what you are doing is driving aimlessly (wow - have you seen gas prices lately?) and contacting a bunch … (17 comments)
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lisa heindel: Hollywood South in Algiers Point
- 04/29/08 01:19 PM
Have you noticed that more and more frequently there are bright yellow directional signs in Algiers Point with only one word or even just initials on them? Welcome to Hollywood South, what the locals are affectionately calling the metro New Orleans area with all of the star sightings and movie pre-production work happening in our city.
Today, I was popping in to fill the flyer box on a fantastic home for sale at 269 Elmira Avenue in Algiers Point, when I realized that there is yet another movie currently being filmed in the neighborhood. Trucks, crew members, trailer sized generators... all … (12 comments)
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lisa heindel: Barkley Estates: April 2008 Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report
- 04/28/08 12:05 PM
Watching the recent activity on my previous posts, it seems that lots of folks are interested in the Barkley Estates sales information, so I thought it would be a good time to do a neighborhood update.
First, some current statistics in Barkley Estates as of 4/28/2008:
Active listings = 14 Under contract listings = 2 High list price = $589,900 Low list price = $305,900 Average list price = $434,507 All information is from the Gulf South Real Estate Information Network and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
And a look at the recent homes sales in Barkley Estates:
Not only has the … (8 comments)
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lisa heindel: English Turn: West Bank Neighborhood of the Week
- 04/27/08 01:27 PM
Just 8 miles from the New Orleans Central Business District, there is an exclusive golf community that offers the opportunity to live an enviable, quiet lifestyle within the city limits. English Turn, located in Algiers, is one of the gems of the New Orleans West Bank, a magnificent gated community with all of the amenities you would expect in a luxury subdivision.
What Does English Turn Have to Offer?
Golf - Designed by Jack Nicklaus, the award winning Par 72 Championship course was the site of the 2006 Zurich Classic PGA Tournament. Beautiful greens, stunning lakes and a plantation-style clubhouse are the … (6 comments)
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lisa heindel: New Orleans, LA: April 2008 West Bank Real Estate Absorption Reports
- 04/25/08 05:56 AM
Absorption Rate: An estimate of the rate at which home sales can be expected to occur, based on historic sales information.
One of the keys to properly pricing your New Orleans West Bank home to sell is to review the absorption rate for your community. Absorption reports tell you how many homes are for sale in various price ranges, how quickly homes in those ranges are selling and estimates your statistical odds of a sale in the next 90 days.
New Orleans West Bank Absorption Reports:
Algiers, LA: April 2008 Real Estate Market Absorption Rates
City of Gretna, LA: April 2008 Absorption Rates
Terrytown and Gretna, … (1 comments)
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lisa heindel: West Bank Weekend Events - April 25-27, 2008
- 04/24/08 03:39 AM
It's hard to compete with the Jazz Fest, but there are some great weekend events happening on the West Bank of New Orleans....
Visitation of Our Lady Cajun Festival
Amanda Shaw kicks off the festival Friday evening at 5:30, followed by Jr. and the Swamp Pop Players at 8:30 pm. Saturday's music includes Abdul and the Tentmakers, the Topcats and Five Finger Discount. The fun continues on Sunday with Redfish, Bucktown All Stars (one of my favorite local bands) and Molly Ringwalds close out the festival starting at 6:30 pm. Food, fun and games all weekend at the corner of Barataria and … (13 comments)
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lisa heindel: Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 6 - All of The Rest of The Things We Need to Know About Your House
- 04/23/08 02:23 AM
The end is in sight! Here we are at the final section of the Louisiana Property Disclosure form that all sellers are required to provide.
In case you missed them, here are the other parts in this series:
Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 1 - Yes, You Have to Disclose That!
Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 2 - Bugs, Bugs and More About Bugs
Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 3 - Structure
Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 4 - Plumbing, Water, Gas and Sewerage
Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 5 - Do You Have Power?
A quick recap about disclosures:
Home sellers in Louisiana (including for sale by owners) are required to provide … (9 comments)
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lisa heindel: Selling Your New Orleans West Bank Home This Spring
- 04/22/08 07:14 AM
Springtime Home Selling Tips It's the selling season in New Orleans... Is your home ready for the spring time buyers? Here are a couple of tips to help you get ready to sell... ~ Fresh flowers make the front of your home more appealing ~ Mulch helps keep your garden weed free ~ Native plants are so easy to care for ~ Make your house the one that says "Welcome Home!" For more spring selling tips, visit westbankliving.com! Lisa Heindel, REALTOR® (504) 616-6262
Are you considering selling your New Orleans West Bank home this spring? Before you jump into the … (8 comments)
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lisa heindel: Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 5 - Do You Have the Power?
- 04/21/08 10:51 AM
Before continuing our series on the required Louisiana property disclosures, here is a list of the previous articles:
Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 1 - Yes, You Have to Disclose That!
Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 2 - Bugs, Bugs and More About Bugs
Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 3 - Structure
Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 4 - Plumbing, Water, Gas and Sewerage
A quick recap about disclosures:
Home sellers in Louisiana (including for sale by owners) are required to provide a property disclosure prior to a potential buyer making an offer to purchase. This mandate applies not only to sales, but also to exchanges, bond for deeds and lease … (6 comments)
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lisa heindel: Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 3 - Structure
- 04/20/08 02:11 PM
In parts 1 and 2 of this series, we covered the Louisiana property disclosures involving Land and the disclosures involving Termites and Wood Destroying Insects.
A quick recap about disclosures: Home sellers in Louisiana (including for sale by owners) are required to provide a property disclosure prior to a potential buyer making an offer to purchase. This mandate applies not only to sales, but also to exchanges, bond for deeds and lease purchase options.
If the property disclosure is supplied to the purchaser after an offer is received, the purchaser can terminate the purchase agreement without penalty up to 72 hours after receipt. … (3 comments)
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lisa heindel: OFF THE MARKET ~ 269 Elmira Avenue New Orleans, LA 70114 - NEW PRICE!!
- 04/17/08 06:22 AM
It's more affordable than ever to purchase a home in historic Algiers Point and with low interest rates and down payments available, there couldn't be a better time to buy on the West Bank of New Orleans.
Take a quick tour of the Point, a wonderful place to call home....
Peek inside this gorgeous home that is currently on the market ~ buy a piece of history for only $265,000!
For more information on buying or selling your Algiers Point home, please contact Lisa Heindel, REALTOR®. A long time resident of Algiers, I'd love to share my community with you.
When buying or selling a home on … (15 comments)
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lisa heindel: West Bank Weekend Events - April 18-20,2008
- 04/17/08 02:59 AM
It's Thursday, and time to plan your West Bank weekend. I love spring in New Orleans - there are so many fun events to attend that it's hard to make a choice. Here are a few you might be interested in going to:
Another Crawfish Boil! The Friends of the Algiers Courthouse is holding a crawfish boil on Saturday from 5-8 pm in Algiers Point at 225 Morgan Street. The annual fundraiser helps to pay for repairs to the historic courthouse (built in 1896) and will feature music from Sheena and the Swamp Dogs and catering by Johnny's Seafood. Tickets are $20 … (16 comments)
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lisa heindel: Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 2 - Bugs, Bugs and More Bugs
- 04/14/08 02:40 PM
Previously, we covered the Louisiana property disclosures involving Land.
Remember, home sellers in Louisiana (including for sale by owners) are required to provide a property disclosure prior to a potential buyer making an offer to purchase. This mandate applies not only to sales, but also to exchanges, bond for deeds and lease purchase options.
If the property disclosure is supplied to the purchaser after an offer is received, the purchaser can terminate the purchase agreement without penalty up to 72 hours after receipt. This means that no matter what terms are written in the sales contract, the purchaser can demand the return of … (11 comments)
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lisa heindel: Louisiana Property Disclosures Part 1 - Yes, You Have to Disclose That!
- 04/13/08 11:45 AM
Since July of 2004, home sellers in Louisiana (including those selling without the assistance of an agent) have been mandated by the legislature to provide a property disclosure prior to a potential buyer making an offer to purchase. This mandate applies not only to sales, but also to exchanges, bond for deeds and lease purchase options.
If the property disclosure is supplied to the purchaser after an offer is received, the purchaser can terminate the purchase agreement without penalty up to 72 hours after receipt. This means that no matter what terms are written in the sales contract, the purchaser can demand … (22 comments)
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lisa heindel: Village Green: West Bank Neighborhood of the Week
- 04/10/08 10:48 AM
Developed in late 1990s by Willow Homes, Village Green is yet another exclusive gated community on the West Bank of New Orleans.
Located in Harvey, LA, Village Green is a small community of well kept homes within an easy commute to the Central Business District or NAS JRB New Orleans. Low Village Green home owners association dues of $360 per year help maintain the attractive entrance to the subdivision, the front and rear access gates and the streets and lighting through the community.
What's nearby?
With it's terrific location facing Manhattan Blvd., Village Green is just minutes from shopping, dining, public libraries, golf courses … (9 comments)
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lisa heindel: SOLD! 880 Legion Dr. Gretna, LA 70056
- 04/07/08 02:06 PM
Terrytown has always been a high demand area of the West Bank of New Orleans. Now, here's your chance to own a piece of it. New on the market, this terrific Terrytown home has so much to offer and is perfectly priced at $204,999.
4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathsOver 2,250 square feet of living areaFormal and casual living and dining spacesWarm and welcoming family roomSensational outdoor spaces, including a 365 square foot covered patioTerrytown
Location, location, location! Less than 10 minutes to the Crescent City Connection with a straight shot to downtown New Orleans or head down Belle Chasse Highway to NAS JRB … (8 comments)
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lisa heindel: West Bank Weekend Events - April 4-6, 2008
- 04/04/08 03:52 AM
The forecast calls for upper 70s and mostly sunny...looks like another fabulous West Bank weekend, with some great events on tap.
Alice Harte School Fair
A Fair of the Harte, the annual spring fair, takes place on Saturday, from 10-5 at Alice M. Harte Elementary School, 5300 Berkley Drive in Algiers. Games and prizes for the kids, food, drinks, entertainment and more. All proceeds help pay for educational programs, tutoring and extracurricular school activities.
4th Annual Old Algiers RiverFest
2 day festival - Saturday and Sunday, noon - 6 pm Music on the Ferry from 12-2 each day Proceeds used for jazz education, … (5 comments)
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