Friday Algiers night at Zephyrs Baseball. OK, so it’s not just Algiers night, it’s also Fireworks Friday and Jefferson Parish night. But I happen to know a busload of Algierines that are heading over to the stadium to spend a lazy Friday evening cheering on our local boys. Can you think of a better way…
Monthly Archives: July 2008
FHA Down Payments to Increase
Yesterday, the President signed into effect the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. One of the key changes in this act is the immediate increase in down payments from 3% to 3.5% for anyone using FHA financing. With drastic changes in the mortgage industry and the death of 100% lending, FHA has once again…
I’m Sorry, I Can’t Tell You That
Where are the best West Bank neighborhoods? I’m sorry, I can’t tell you that. What kind of people live in this neighborhood? I’m sorry, I can’t tell you that. Are there a lot of (insert description here) people in this neighborhood? I’m sorry, I can’t tell you that. Is this a safe area? I’m sorry,…
Historic Algiers Point
Algiers Point • Stunning Architecture in a Historic Setting
As the second oldest neighborhood in New Orleans, Algiers Point offers a step into days gone by. Walkable streets, front porches made for sitting and relaxing on and corner stores and restaurants to fill your needs.
A designated historic district, Algiers Point offers homes built in the late 1800s, the early 20th century and even a few newly built houses as well.
What Lifestyle Are You Looking For?
As part of the decision to purchase a home, buyers usually are armed with a list of must haves. The number of bedrooms, bathrooms, garage size, and upgrades you want gives your agent a good starting point in finding the perfect home for you. But, there is another factor that all buyers should consider when…
Hail the Chief!
I love being part of a Carnival krewe, especially one right here on the West Bank. So I was thrilled to see a local business owner named as the 2009 Chief Choctaw at the Coronation Party held last night at Timberlane Country Club in Gretna. John Dugas, owner of J&K Cafe and Bar in Algiers…
Welcoming the Troops Home to NAS JRB New Orleans
I was lucky enough to attend the Welcome Home Troops party this past Friday at the NAS JRB New Orleans base. The celebration was held to honor all of the troops who have come and gone from the base for the past year and all of the stops were pulled out. There were…
SOLD! Gretna Home for Sale in Shadow Lake – 1488 Flamingo Road
SORRY – THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD! Contact Lisa Heindel for other great Gretna homes for sale. It’s clean, it’s updated, it’s ready to move in and it’s FABULOUS! 1488 Flamingo Road, Gretna LA 70056 Offered at $189,900 Better than new from top to bottom. From the 3 year old roof to the totally updated…
Eastern: A Harvey LA Restaurant Review
UPDATE: AS OF JULY, 2010, EASTERN HAS CLOSED AND BIG TUNA HAS TAKEN THEIR PLACE With our youngest child out of town and our second youngest waaaay too cool to eat with Mom and Dad, we headed over to Eastern Restaurant this week for dinner. Eastern is one of my favorite Asian restaurants on the…
West Bank Weekend Events: July 25-27,2008
Today through Saturday The International Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo kicks off today at the Sanddollar Marina in Grand Isle, LA. The oldest fishing tournament in the United States, the Tarpon Rodeo draws fishermen from around the country to the small town of Grand Isle. For more information visit www.tarponrodeo.org. Saturday The Gretna Farmer’s Market…
