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Selling a Vacant House in Metairie: What You Should Know One question I hear from homeowners fairly often is: “Is it harder to sell a house if it’s sitting vacant?” The short answer is: Not necessarily. A vacant house can absolutely be sold. But the longer a property sits empty, the more potential problems can … Continued

People call us from time to time asking: “Can I still sell my house if it has mold?” The short answer is yes. Finding mold in your home doesn’t automatically mean you can’t sell it. While mold can make buyers ask more questions and sometimes affect the value of a property, it certainly doesn’t mean you’re … Continued

One question I hear from homeowners every now and then is: “What happens if my house doesn’t appraise?” The short answer is this: It doesn’t necessarily mean your deal is over. A low appraisal can create a hurdle during the selling process, but it doesn’t automatically stop the sale. After buying houses throughout the New Orleans area … Continued

One question that comes up fairly often is: “Do I need flood insurance to sell my house?” The short answer is no. You don’t have to maintain flood insurance just because you’re selling your home. But, like most things in real estate, there are a few details that are worth understanding—especially here in the New Orleans … Continued

One question I get asked quite a bit is: “What do cash buyers actually look for when they’re buying a house?” A lot of homeowners think cash buyers are only interested in perfect houses or homes they can flip for a huge profit. That’s really not the case. I’ve been buying houses in the New Orleans area … Continued

One of the questions I get asked all the time is: “Why did my neighbor’s house sell in a week while mine has been sitting for months?” It’s a fair question. Sometimes homeowners think there must be something terribly wrong with their house if it isn’t selling. The truth is, that’s usually not the case. … Continued

If you’ve received a notice from New Orleans Code Enforcement, you’re probably wondering what your options are. Maybe the city says your property needs repairs. Maybe you’ve been cited for overgrown grass, a collapsing roof, or an unsafe structure. Whatever the reason, one question I hear all the time is: “Can I still sell my … Continued

If you live in New Orleans, hurricane season is simply part of life. A very scary part! Every year, from June through November, homeowners across southeast Louisiana keep an eye on the weather and pray for the best. Most years we get lucky. Some years we don’t. The good news is that a little preparation can go … Continued