Monthly Archives: December 2011

Southwest Louisiana Has a Strong Outlook on the Horizon for 2012

Southwest Louisiana Has a Strong Outlook on the Horizon for 2012

IT’S TIME FOR A NEW YEAR!! Lake Charles has alot on the horizon we can be proud of and 2012  is sure to be a year of positive impact in Southwest Louisiana. Lake Charles has been recognized as a leader in the Southwest Louisiana region in our market size for total number of project growth.Continue Reading

It’s Mardi Gras Time In Southwest Louisiana

It’s Mardi Gras Time In Southwest Louisiana

Its that time of year again, and as the Christmas decorations are packed away, the purple, green and gold of Mardi Gras comes out on display! January 6th will begin the 2012 Mardi Season which runs through Fat Tuesday on February 21, 2012.  Did you know that Lake Charles boasts the state’s second largest MardiContinue Reading

Everything Goes on Sale After Christmas-Even Real Estate!

Everything Goes on Sale After Christmas-Even Real Estate!

Do you shop the After Christmas sales?  Most everything goes on sale after Christmas and that includes real estate! Trend reports show that historicially in December, Calcasieu Parish has declining numbers for sold transactions. Many Lake Charles buyers and sellers will wait until after the holidays to begin their real estate focus.  Today (the dayContinue Reading

Merry Christmas Lake Charles- It’s a Wonderful Life!

Merry Christmas Lake Charles- It’s a Wonderful Life!

We have all spent time singing, shopping, wrapping, baking and attending parties during the Christmas season.  Now that Christmas has arrived its time to enjoy our families and all the magical moments that the holiday season brings to life. One of the traditions that I always enjoy is later on Christmas Eve, we watch It’sContinue Reading

Lake Charles Carriage Rides-Oh What Fun It is To Ride

Lake Charles Carriage Rides-Oh What Fun It is To Ride

  Viewing the  spectacular Christmas lights along Shell Beach Drive in Lake Charles has been a long time tradition and favorite of many Lake Charles residents.    Lake Charles Christmas Carriage rides  have become a favorite activity for friends and families to enjoy in Lake Charles. I can’t think of a better way to spendContinue Reading

Millennium Park opens !

Millennium Park opens !

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Take Advantage of Low Interest Rates–I Did!

Take Advantage of Low Interest Rates–I Did!

Even loan officers and realtors take advantage of the historical low rates!  That’s right my husband, a loan officer, and myself, a Realtor,  just refinanced our home taking advantage of low mortgage rates.  Although we have only been in our home for four years, we are saving a substantial amount of money by refinancing atContinue Reading

I Love Gift Gifting Its So Much Fun and Rewarding Too!

I Love Gift Gifting Its So Much Fun and Rewarding Too!

Christmas is a time of the year that I like to show my appreciation to everyone that assists me in my job and uses me as their real estate agent. So this week I have loaded up my sleigh and have been making stops in Southwest Louisiana. For me, the gifts I choose to giveContinue Reading

Lake Charles Gray Plantation and Graywood Sports Club Under New Management

Lake Charles Gray Plantation and Graywood Sports Club Under New Management

Southwest Louisiana residents are familiar with and  recognize   Gray Plantation and the Graywood Sports Club   as part of the Graywood Community.   Many Lake Charles residents frequently enjoy playing a round of golf at Gray Plantation or belong to the Graywood Sports Club.  Many local golf tournaments are held at  the Gray Plantation golf course.Continue Reading

Are You Thinking of Selling your Lake Charles Home?

Are You Thinking of Selling your Lake Charles Home?

As soon as you  let the cat out of the bag that you’re  going to sell your house, you open the Pandora’s box for Lots of unsolicited advice! The following list of  individuals and sources of information  shouldn’t know more about  Selling a Lake Charles Home than your trusted REALTOR®: The national media.  They don’tContinue Reading