Kitchen staging is strategic and lets you showcase the room, the space, and the possibilities for a new buyer to feel at home. Update hardware New hardware like cabinet handles and sink faucets can instantly modernize the appearance of your kitchen. Fresh and updated is almost always appealing to potential buyers. This doesn’t require a major renovation but can make a big impact. Clean and declutter We all know first impressions matter and the kitchen is one of the most […] The post Kitchen Staging for Home Sellers appeared first on Crescent City Living ..read more

Picture yourself in one of the charming historic New Orleans neighborhoods. It’s a dream come true, right? But before you take the plunge and snag a property, there are a few things you should be aware of. Enter the Historic District Landmarks Commission, or HDLC for short. They’re like the guardians of New Orleans’ historic districts, excluding the French Quarter. These folks have a say in what goes on in the 21 neighborhoods listed on the National Register of Historic […] The post Buying in a Historic New Orleans Neighborhood appeared first on Crescent City Living ..read more

To make your house hunting journey a little less daunting, we have compiled a list of 5 New Orleans housing terms that will help prepare you for your search. Buyer or Seller Market If you’re in the market for a new home, it’s important to understand the difference between a buyer’s market and a seller’s market. In a buyer’s market, there are more homes for sale than there are buyers looking to purchase them. This means that buyers have more […] The post New Orleans Housing Terms To Know appeared first on Crescent City Living ..read more

New Orleans home selling can be tricky. Even the most prepared sellers can find themselves running into things that delay or even squash a sale. Here are some common home selling roadblocks that you might encounter: Inaccurate pricing The most common reason a home doesn’t sell is because the listing price is too high. Sometimes when sellers list their property, they overestimate its price due to factors like strong emotions or unrealistic expectations of what their home should be worth […] The post Dealing with Potential New Orleans Home Selling Roadblocks appeared first on Crescent City Livin ..read more

When purchasing a home in New Orleans, especially an older one, it’s common for buyers to wonder about the lifespan of mechanical systems and appliances. And it’s understandable! Air conditioners may fail, water heaters may spring leaks, and stoves may decide to stop lighting. The joys of homeownership mean you have to deal with these issues as they arise. But a home warranty can bring you peace of mind, ensuring that you’ll be covered for repairs if something breaks after […] The post What’s a Home Warranty? appeared first on Crescent City Living ..read more

In a recent social media thread, I saw someone sharing a home for sale in their neighborhood, asking their friends if they knew someone who would like to be their neighbor. Most of the people replied with positive messages like “they’ll be getting a great neighbor” or “that’s a beautiful home”. But then there was the person who angrily declared that the REALTORS set home prices too high and are pushing people out of areas. Let me let you in […] The post Do REALTORS Set Home Prices Too High? appeared first on Crescent City Living ..read more

The folks at the Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) know just about everything about us. Age, height, weight (well, depending on how honest you were at your last renewal), and some very personal data like your social security number and address. That’s why the Louisiana OMV data breach due to a cyber attack is a big deal for everyone in the state. Equipped with the information above, anyone can use your identity to open credit cards or, even worse, gain […] The post Louisiana OMV Data Breach appeared first on Crescent City Living ..read more

If you’re an investor looking into short-term rental opportunities in New Orleans, it’s important to stay updated on the latest regulations. The city council recently approved new rules on how short-term rentals will be governed in the city, and it’s essential to understand what they mean for your investment plans. First and foremost, the new regulations limit the number of short-term rentals per square block. There can only be up to three short-term rentals per square, which is defined as […] The post What Investors Need to Know About New Short Term Rental Rules in New Orleans appeared first ..read more

We all know that in the latter part of 2022, the New Orleans real estate market shifted from a frenzy of buyers to a more stable market. You’ve seen the news, but how does this play out when selling New Orleans homes after the shift? Insurance costs have increased Home insurance rates continue to rise due to higher premiums for areas prone to natural disasters and other hazards (which is basically the entire metro area). If you’ve received a renewal […] The post Selling New Orleans Homes After the Market Shift appeared first on Crescent City Living ..read more

There were several factors with an effect on 2022 New Orleans home sales. Overall, high demand from buyers continued to prop up median sold prices for the first 6 months of the year. But, when interest rates started to rise rapidly, we clearly saw a change in prices as a result of the reduced purchasing power of home buyers. Median prices of 2022 New Orleans home sales Median sold prices for single-family homes peaked in June 2022 at $425,000. By […] The post 2022 New Orleans Home Sales Wrap-Up appeared first on Crescent City Living ..read more