Bayou St. John Is New Orleans' Other Waterfront (And It Has Better Porches)

When people picture "waterfront" in New Orleans, they usually mean Lakeview or Lake Vista, the two neighborhoods that actually front Lake Pontchartrain. Lakeview rebuilt after the 17th Street Canal levee breach in 2005 into a neighborhood of larger, more upscale homes than what stood there before. L

Buying a House in New Orleans During Hurricane Season: What Relocating Buyers Need to Know

Most buyers moving to New Orleans from out of state carry the same assumption into their first conversation with a local agent: surely nothing much happens in the local real estate market between June and November. Hurricane season sounds like a natural pause button, a stretch of months when sellers

Stories That Linger: The Myths, Monsters, and Tales of New Orleans

New Orleans is a city built on stories. Some are true. Some may be truer in feeling than in fact. But they're all pretty magical. Something I love most about my work is getting to explore homes that are 100-200+ years old. I always imagine the occupants before, how the home may have looked, and what

Demystifying Home Loans: Types, Myths, and the Path to Pre-Approval

Demystifying Home Loans: Types, Myths, and the Path to Pre-ApprovalBuying a home is one of life’s biggest milestones, but for many, the mortgage process can feel like a maze of jargon and paperwork. The truth is, understanding your loan options and preparing for pre-approval can make the journey far