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The 10 Biggest Mistakes Home Sellers Make and How to Avoid Them
One of the coolest things about participating in social networking is how freely other agents and brokers share the little treasures that they run across. Lani Rosales at Agent Genius stumbled across this video that every home seller should watch. There are many, many things that a good agent can and should do to expose your home to the largest number of buyers. There are also many things that YOU, as the home owner and seller, can and should do before that first potential buyer even drives by...
[Read more...]Algiers
Welcome to Algiers
Located directly across the Mississippi River from downtown New Orleans, Algiers provides easy access to not only the East Bank of the river, but to the entire West Bank of New Orleans as well and is the only part of the City of New Orleans and Orleans Parish that is located on the West Bank. A quick ferry ride from Canal Street will land you in the heart of Algiers Point, the second oldest neighborhood in New Orleans, younger only than the world famous French Quarter. A designated Historic District,...
[Read more...]Gretna
Welcome to Gretna and Terrytown
Some of the most popular areas of the West Bank of New Orleans are in Gretna and Terrytown. When deciding on a place to live, it’s important to know that there are two parts of Gretna. The City of Gretna has its own police department, mayor, city council and collects additional property tax (in addition to the parish taxes), while the unincorporated areas of Gretna and Terrytown do not. Let’s take a look at each one: The City of Gretna Founded...
[Read more...]Belle Chasse
Welcome to Belle Chasse
Just south of Algiers and Gretna on the New Orleans West Bank lies Belle Chasse, LA (French for"beautiful hunting") . Belle Chasse has long been a tight knit community with a great history of hunters and fisherman among its residents, in addition to some of the best citrus orchards in the southeast. If you’ve never had a satsuma, you don’t know what you are missing! The Plaquemines Parish Fair and Orange Festival is one of the most anticipated events each...
[Read more...]Harvey
Welcome to Harvey
Part of Jefferson Parish, on the West Bank of New Orleans, Harvey has experienced rapid growth in the last few years, especially along the Manhattan Blvd. shopping corridor. New retail and dining options are popping up left and right! A drive down Manhattan will allow you to shop at national chains such as Best Buy, Pier 1, World Market, Circuit City, Bed Bath & Beyond, Target, Lowe’s, WalMart, Sam’s Club and more. Hungry? Check out Chili’s, Zea’s, several Asian...
[Read more...]Marrero
Welcome to Marrero
Part of Jefferson Parish on the West Bank of New Orleans, Marrero is a largely residential area, tucked between Harvey and Westwego. With West Jefferson Medical Center as a vital part of the community, there is a large population of medical personnel who live alongside the folks who have called Marrero home for generations. The main thoroughfare in Marrero is Barataria Blvd., with local and national dining options (Outback Steakhouse, Shoney’s and several fast food options) along with...
[Read more...]Westwego
Welcome to Westwego
While the entrance sign to Westwego claims it was founded in 1892, other historical reports give a date of 1870, when the Texas and Pacific Railroads set up shop on the Mississippi River at the canal connecting Bayou Segnette to the river. From the official City of Westwego website: No one is quite sure how the town got its name, though Westwego was the location from which the railroad was compensated by the State to build a railroad to the west. Folklore holds that as travelers departed the station...
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Featured West Bank Listings
1404 Quebrada del Sur - Home for Sale in Harvey LA
I just listed this wonderful home in Harvey LA! Stay tuned…more details coming soon. [Read more...]
739 Grinell Place Gretna LA 70056- Terrytown Home for Rent
Available for occupancy on November 1, 2008, come check out this terrific single family West Bank home...
Another Terrific Algiers LA Home for Sale at a New Price - 6226 Rhodes Avenue
With an oversized lot on a quiet street, the original owners will be sorry to say good-bye to this wonderful...
New Price on a Great Algiers Home for Sale - 2716 Ramsey
Right smack in the middle of Aurora Gardens, this terrific 4 bedroom home at 2716 Ramsey Drive has a...
Real Estate Video: 139 Alix St. New Orleans LA 70114 ~ New Algiers Point Home for Sale
UPDATE 11/14/208: SOLD! When walking through the streets of Algiers Point, I’m always enthralled...
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Blue Angels Returning to NAS JRB New Orleans!
I remember the first time I ever saw the Blue Angels fly….way back in the 1970’s. Since...
Is Gambling Coming to Algiers?
Update 12/10/08: The Planning Commission rejected the zoning change application. YAY!! I just found...
What’s Happening? A West Bank Calendar of Events
With the holidays racing towards us, it can be hard to keep up with all of the great events going on...
5 Family Friendly Things To Do on the West Bank of New Orleans
With the end of the year racing towards us, you probably have a calendar filled with "things to...
Let’s Talk Turkey - Turkey Bingo!
Next week the kids are out of school and the grocery stores will be packed with folks hunting and gathering...
More Local EventsHot Off the Presses
The 10 Biggest Mistakes Home Sellers Make and How to Avoid Them
One of the coolest things about participating in social networking is how freely other agents and brokers share the little...
Home Seller Resolutions for 2009
There are only a few days left in 2008 to decide what your resolutions will be for 2009. Personally, I don’t make...
My Agent Can’t Help Me
I got a call yesterday from an out of town buyer, “Joe”, who wanted to know about his rights after an inspection. ...
Blue Angels Returning to NAS JRB New Orleans!
I remember the first time I ever saw the Blue Angels fly….way back in the 1970’s. Since we weren’t even...
It’s Snowing in New Orleans!!
There is a blanket of white covering my front yard and the hibiscus are NOT happy! Snow happens so rarely in New Orleans...
More West Bank NewsMarket Watch
Westwego, Avondale and Bridge City LA November 2008 Home Sales and Real Estate Market Reports
Current real estate statistics for Westwego, Avondale and Bridge City as of 12/3/2008: 127 Active listings,...
Marrero LA November 2008 Home Sales and Real Estate Market Reports
Current real estate market statistics for Marrero LA as of 12/3/2008: 251 Active listings, priced from...
Belle Chasse LA November 2008 Home Sales and Real Estate Market Reports
Current real estate statistics for Belle Chasse LA as of 12/3/2008: 59 Active listings, priced from...
Harvey LA 70058 November 2008 Home Sales and Real Estate Market Reports
Current real estate statistics for Harvey LA as of 12/3/2008: 180 Active listings, priced from $54,900...
Terrytown and Gretna LA 70056 November 2008 Home Sales and Real Estate Market Reports
Current real estate market statistics for Terrytown and Gretna LA as of 12/3/2008: 185 Active listings,...
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