Where are the Buyers? That is the question we are all asking right now. It seems like our SWLA market has slowed when we usually see more of a increase in summer business. A recent Market Pulse from the National Association of Realtors shows that nationwide economic...
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Its Time to Celebrate America!
All Hail The Red, White, And Blue! https://www.youtube.com/embed/abdPeZxwkvA Do you like to go all out on the 4th of July? Attending every patriotic event, parade, and firework display you can find? Or do you prefer to keep things low-key and find somewhere quiet to...
Is it Time to Consider a Move Up in Space?
We recently celebrated my granddaughter's first birthday and as she delighted in accumulating more toys, it took me back to a time when my growing children began to take over our house space! It's amazing how much stuff comes along with an addition to your household. ...
Competitive Home Market for Buyers
A recent article published this Spring with demographics and analysis from Realtor.com chief economist, Danielle Hale, addressed low inventory, demographic shifts and rising prices headed into the 2018 Summer real estate market. Although these demographics are...
Video Surveillance of Your Home
Who is Watching?? That is the question recently raised by Louisiana Real Estate Commission. https://www.youtube.com/embed/FWYcYzRc09I With all the smart technology available today, many Lake Charles homes are now equipped with video and audio surveillance. Property...
Tips to Stay COOL This Summer in a Vacant Home for Sale
Southwest Louisiana temperatures can get extremely hot during the Summer. It is already June and we are seeing temps in the high 90's!. There is nothing worse than having your AC go out at your house especially on a weekend!. So be pro-active and get your HVAC...
Be Prepared for Hurricane Season
Hurricane Season officially begins June 1st. This time of year the Gulf waters get really active. Should SWLA be in a path of a hurricane it helps to be prepared so you can avoid the frantic shopping that occurs when residents hit the stores to stock up on...
Why Are Mortgage Rates Increasing?
Mortgage Rates have recently hit a 7 year high. What is the reason for the increase? Well anytime the economy is good you can expect the rates to go up. There are countless reasons why but to keep it simple here is the low down: Better than expected economic...
What is Wrong With The AC Thermostat
Its everyone's worst nightmare when the AC goes out in the summer! We have had record days of 90 degrees and its only May. Here are some tips I learned the hard way, after our AC quit cooling: You should never drastically drop the temp setting (example going from...
How to Maintain Your Pool This Summer
Pool season is here! So what does it take to maintain your pool and keep it swim ready this summer? Here are some tips from Precision Pool Services in Lake Charles LA. https://www.youtube.com/embed/Pi-lydYbjjM Test your PH and chemicals with a test strip when you...
Controversy Over Historic Lake Charles Shell Beach Home for Sale
Talk of the town recently has been the proposed sale of a Lake Charles historic Shell Beach home that would be re-zoned for a commercial use of an event center and restaurant venue that could seat 150 people. 1301 Shell Beach Drive in Lake Charles LA has been listed...
3 Tips for making Owning a Home a Reality
Some Highlights: Setting up an automatic savings plan that saves a small amount of every check is one of the best ways to save without thinking much about it. Living within a budget right now will help you save money for down payments while also paying down other...