A Millennial’s Guide to Buying a House

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One of the biggest milestones in life is becoming a homeowner. For millennials, buying a home can seem like an intimidating task due to escalating prices and new technology. Have no fear! Here is an overview of what you need to know when it comes to buying your first house in Baton Rouge. Steps for […]

Baton Rouge Real Estate Market Trends: What to Expect In 2023

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According to the Census Bureau, the population of East Baton Rouge was roughly 450,000 as of last year, while the population of Baton Rouge proper was roughly 200,000. This is where things get confusing because while some consider them the same city, others don’t. Being a realtor in Baton Rouge changes depending on how you think of […]

Buyer vs Seller: Who Pays for the Real Estate Agent?

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Did you know 6.12 million homes were sold in the United States in 2021? There are a lot of things that need to be understood before a home can be sold (or purchased), such as figuring out who pays for the closing costs that are not always discussed until it is time to head to the closing table. Does the person selling the home or buying the home pay […]

The Closing Process: An Easy-to-Understand Guide for Home Buyers

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Did you know that around 38% of all homebuyers are first-timers? But if you’re home buying for the first time, you may not have much of an idea of what happens in the closing process.  If you’re going into the home closing process blind it can be confusing. However, if you know what to expect and have the right […]

Top 5 Factors to Consider When Choosing Real Estate Agents

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When it comes time to buy a new home, sell your old home, or both, you need the best help you can get. Unless you’re a first-time homebuyer, you know how tedious and complicated the real estate process can be. Between home inspections, mortgages, and negotiations, it’s easy to get mired down in the details. However, […]

How COVID-19 Is Affecting the Real Estate Market

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Few things have caused such a massive shock to all aspects of the economy as the pandemic known as COVID-19. Every contributor to every nation’s GDP, from the stock market to the Fortune 500 to the real estate market has felt the effects of the novel Coronavirus as the disease continues to wreak havoc on the world. […]

Own Your Home: 5 Key Signs You’re Ready to Buy a House

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Of all the people who bought homes in 2019, 33 percent were first-timers.  Now, you think you want to be one of them. But it can be hard to tell you’re ready to own your home — it’s not all about finances, after all.  Here’s a checklist to help you gauge your position. Here are five […]

Get Mortgage Ready: 5 Key First-Time Home Buyer Mistakes to Avoid

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Did you know that by 2015 7.6 million Millennials owned a home? Young buyers are making a difference in the real estate market in the last few years. If you’re a first-time home buyer and you want to avoid novice mistakes, you came to the right place.  Read on to learn more about the tips to get […]

The Millennial Guide to First Time Home Buying

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Many millennials probably feel like they’d never be able to afford a home. The housing market in America has seen a lot of fluctuation over the last two decades. For people 35 and under, it’s been tough to envision anything other than renting. Anyone living in a big city like Baton Rouge has probably had […]