The 37th annual home tour returns to Algiers Point this weekend, with seven private homes and three churches open to visitors. Each of the homes is within walking distance of the Algiers Ferry, so even our East Bank friends can easily join in the fun. Tickets are available in the Point at Whitney Bank, Vine…
Monthly Archives: October 2010
That Foreclosure Might Not Seem Like Such a Great Deal Right Now
It’s been all over the news – states that have a judicial foreclosure process (and Louisiana is one of them) are seeing some of the major mortgage holders halt foreclosures AND sales of properties they have already foreclosed on. How does this impact you if you are currently in the market to buy a New…
Jefferson Parish Holding Surplus Auction
Everyone seems to be looking for a bargain lately, and Jefferson Parish is giving the public the opportunity to attend an auction of surplus Parish owned property that includes everything from office equipment and furniture to vehicles and construction equipment. Here’s the press release with all of the information: October 6, 2010 Jefferson Parish Surplus…
2312 Potomac Drive | Marrero LA Home for Sale
Are you looking for a economical way to buy into a great West Bank area? Here’s your chance to put a little sweat equity, some flooring, some paint and your personal touch into a home that is priced well below the neighborhood average. Now offered at $110,000 2312 Potomac needs some work…the trees need to…
Heads up Home Sellers! Mortgage Lenders are About to Make It Even Harder to Sell Your House
In another move that will reduce the pool of qualified buyers, some of the major mortgage lenders will soon be increasing their minimum credit score from 620 to 640. Flagstar Bank has already made this change and Bank of America will be making it shortly. Other major players are sure to follow suit. What does…
314 Eliza Street | Algiers Point Home for Sale | New Orleans, LA 70114
UNDER CONTRACT: 3 BR • 2 Bath • Historic District • $199,000
Over 1,700 square feet in beautiful, historic Algiers Point for under $200k? We’ve got that. Many of the original architectural details are still in place, with pine floors, stained glass windows, door transoms and fireplace fronts…
2010 Gretna Heritage Festival Kicks Off
We couldn’t have asked for better weather for the opening day of Gretna Fest this year! Sunny skies, mild temperatures and a breeze blowing off of the river that was perfect. If I had to guess, I’d say that they broke a record for Friday night attendance. The Krewe of Choctaw booth, where I volunteer…
