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475 I-49 Service Rd Sunset, LA 70584
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215 SANDALWOOD DR • LAFAYETTE 4BR / 3.5BA • 3,234 SF • $274,000
323 BACQUE CRESCENT • LAFAYETTE 4BR / 3BA • 3,000 SF • $478,000
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D L SO 200 LUDOVIC LANE • LAFAYETTE 4BR / 2BA • 2,057 SF • $195,500
303 CHELSEA DR • LAFAYETTE 4BR / 3.5BA • 3,571 SF • $599,900
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FOR LEASE - 551 ESPLANADE ST., LAFAYETTE
5 Bedroom, 3 Bath 3154 Total Square Footage
2 BR / 2 BA – 1,829 SF - $1,495/mo
277,920
$
$29 non refundable online application fee. Gated community – showings must have an appointment requested 24 hours in advance. Tenant occupied. Quaint town home in a desirable area and gated community located on Kaliste Saloom only a short distant from the airport and shopping. The downstairs has an open floor plan with natural light and 2 wood burning fireplaces. The master bedroom (with 3 closets) is upstairs and the 2nd bedroom is on the first floor. A screened porch is in the back of the home. One designated uncovered parking space is located by the back porch and the second uncovered designated parking space is in the parking lot across from the town home. Lawn care is supplied by the HOA. All you must take care of is the flower bed. Unit did not take on any water in 8/2016 flood. Tenant must follow all HOA Rules and Regulations. Tenant responsible for utilities. No covered parking supplied.
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475 I-49 Service Rd Sunset, LA 70584
4BR/3.1BA - 4,500 Sq. Ft.
$1,100,000
Hosting Agents: Debbie Delhomme Greene 337-962-6945 Debbiegreene@vaneatonromero.com
Suzanne D’Ambrosio 832-509-9422
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estled in the Sweet Spot of Sunset, this 17+ acre estate with elegant home, horse barn and lake could be your next oasis. The traditional two-story home boasts 4,500/sqft living area with 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, wine closet, media room and more storage than you can imagine! Designed by Steve Oubre (River Ranch architect) in 2000 in the French Creole Tradition, this house has solid construction and so many amenities! The long winding driveway past the 8-stall barn, brings you to the wide front porch with gas lanterns and a warm entry. You’ll immediately notice the beautiful wood and millwork, custom details, arches and cabinetry. Large formal dining for all your guests is open to the huge living room, built in book cases and large brick wood burning fireplace. A bank of windows and doors across the front lead you to the screened in portion of the front porch. Across the back of living room is yet another wall of windows to the cozy enclosed patio. Make your way to the kitchen and heart of this grand home with banquet seating in the keeping area, huge kitchen island with ice maker and 2nd sink, commercial cooktop, warming drawer, and subzero refrigerator with custom cabinet doors. The extra-large pantry and laundry near the kitchen provide even more storage. Master ensuite includes a true media room with attention to acoustics, spacious bedroom and very generous bath and closet, even a claw foot tub and access to a private courtyard! Upstairs you will find two guest bedrooms that share a Jack and Jill bath. Plus, a large bonus/bedroom with a full bath that could also be used as a play room, office, anything! Did we mention storage? Closet space abounds! Outside, the metal barn includes a washing station, tack room, and movable stall configuration of up to 8. There is also a portable air conditioner and separate water pump for the barn with 1.7 acres to the right of the driveway that was previously fenced and used as a turn out pasture. And the lake! Stunning views from the front porch to the large 7 acre stocked lake with dock (only one allowed to be built). Lake frontage for this property is approximately half with plenty of room for fishing, canoeing and birdwatching. Garden area in back and so many lovely mature trees. Come see where your next home can be!
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SUNDAY OPEN HOUSES 11-1 115 Isaiah Drive............................. $700,000 ...................Allen Dugas
NEW LISTING 228 Ramblewood Drive Crestview Est 6BR/3.5BA - 5970 LA - $474,900
NEW LISTING 104 Keelingwood Lane Couret Farms 3BR/2BA - 1865 LA - $314,900
NEW LISTING 106 Keelingwood Lane Couret Farms 3BR/2.5BA - 2269 LA - $364,900
NEW LISTING 605 Silverstone Road 205b River Ranch 3BR/2.5BA - 1909 LA - $615,000
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NEW LISTING 104 Abilene Lane Couret Farms 3BR/2.5BA - 1895 LA - $279,900
302 Kees Circle ............................ $164,995 .............David Edmiston 101 Alexis Lane ............................. $246,995 ........... Gema Edmiston 1080 The Lakes Drive ................ $399,999 ................ Connie Poche
12-4 108 San Sebastian...................... $229,900 ......... Jessica McGehee
12:30-2 132 L’Ambiance ............................ $229,900 .............. Setareh Mirian
12:30-2:30 106 Tennyson ................................ $285,200 ............... Angela Guidry
NEW LISTING 112 Boulder Creek Parkway Boulder Creek 4BR/4.5BA - 4246 LA - $535,000
NEW LISTING 112 Hillside Drive 3 Three Fountains Condo 3BR/2BA - 1664 LA - $184,500
NEW LISTING 100 Woodlake Lane Woodlake 4BR/3BA/2HB - 3063 LA - $499,000
NEW LISTING 112 Hillside Drive 4 Three Fountains Condo 2BR/1BA - 1163 LA - $119,900
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NEW LISTING 1209 Broyles Street Sugar Mill Pond 3BR/2.5BA - 2379 LA - $473,500
402 Fairview ................................. $224,900............. Kay Rockweiler 200 Brightwood Drive .............. $274,900......... Paulette LeMaire 317 Victoria Lights ...................... $285,000............... Melanie Doyle 206 Waterhouse Road ............. $425,000......Sharon Henderson 241 Darden Rd.............................. $469,900.................... Julie Knight 306 River Ranch Blvd ............... $475,000....................Joel Bacque 241 Wilson Lane........................... $559,000 ...........John Rockweiler
1-4 475 I-49 Service Rd............$1,100,000 ........ Suzanne D’Ambrosio
1-5 NEW LISTING 301 Rue Bordeaux Le Sud De La France 3BR/2BA - 1702 LA - $188,000
NEW LISTING 220 Tennyson Drive Ville de Cote Gelee 4BR/2BA - 1823 LA - $277,100
NEW LISTING 212 D Brickell Way River Ranch 3BR/2BA - 1963 LA - $449,000
NEW LISTING 100 Ravenswood Lane River Ranch 3BR/2.5BA - 3729 LA - $859,000
NEW LISTING 302 Richland Avenue 201c River Ranch 1BR/1.5BA - 993 LA - $248,250
228 Santander Drive ................ $288,500............. Corey Fontenot 211 San Marcos Drive................. $309,900............. Corey Fontenot 226 Santander Drive ................ $323,500 ............. Corey Fontenot 218 Santander .............................. $329,900 .......................Becky Hoff 206 San Domingo....................... $336,900 .......................Becky Hoff 210 Santanter ............................... $336,900 .......................Becky Hoff
1:30-3:30 212 Boone Street ......................... $385,000...............Rose Chaisson
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NEW LISTING 409 Catalina Lane Sugar Mill Pond 3BR/2.5BA - 2321 LA - $420,000
NEW LISTING 100 Prytania Drive Carrollton Pk 4BR/2.5BA - 2436 LA - $299,000
NEW LISTING 341 Darden Road 4BR/2BA/1HB - 3100 LA $469,900
NEW LISTING 114 Dominus Drive Vintage Park 3BR/2.5BA - 2256 LA - $385,000
NEW LISTING 217 St. Martinique Lane Island Oaks Plantation 3BR/2BA - 2030 LA - $265,000
401 Duperier.................................. $165,000.........................Lisa Lourd 139 Legend Creek Drive .......... $179,900........ Patricia Boustany 111 Timber Edge Drive ............... $192,900................Dennis Brooks 127 E Bayou Shore ...................... $220,000...................... Allen Duhe 114 Irish Bend Drive.................... $229,000 . Bill Braniff & Jen Foti 5028 La Premier .......................... $263,000.................. Wendy Wells 102 Donovan ................................. $270,000........Michelle Badeaux 302 Pomerol Place ..................... $314,900......................Lisa Bucher 204 E Bayou Pkwy ..................... $435,000.........Jeanne Mahoney 323 Bacque Crescent Dr.......... $478,000.......... Mary Ann Mirian 103 Bronze Palm Way .............. $510,450.......... Jessica McGehee
2-5 524 Cypress Cove ....................... $340,000 ........Elena Ladmirault
2:30-4 NEW LISTING 122 Meadow View Lane Prairie Cove 3BR/2BA - 1781 LA - $249,340
NEW LISTING 126 Bowen Lane Paige Place 4BR/3BA - 2622 LA - $319,000
NEW LISTING 706 Maude Avenue 2BR/2.5BA - 1 LA $43,000
NEW LISTING 402 Fairview Parkway Clearview 3BR/2BA - 2162 LA - $224,900
207 W Governor Miro ................ $214,900............... Setareh Mirian
NEW LISTING 127 E Bayou Shore Street Bayou Shores 3BR/2BA - 2131 LA - $220,000
2:30-4:30 503 Bronze Palm Way ............. $629,950 ................ Connie Poche
3-4:30 201 Oak Hollow Drive................ $293,000 ...........Ann B. Thornton
3-5 211 Lemongrass Lane................ $399,995.............David Edmiston 210 Lemongrass Lane .............. $420,000 ...........David Edmiston
NEW LISTING 306 River Ranch Boulevard River Ranch 3BR/3BA - 2376 LA - $475,000
NEW LISTING 202 B Princeton Woods Loop River Ranch 4BR/4.5BA - 3175 LA - $720,000
NEW LISTING 205 Eraste Landry Road Oaklawn Heights 2BR/2BA - 1260 LA - $142,000
NEW LISTING 2495 S Avenue F 2BR/1BA - 1142 LA $85,000
NEW LISTING 119 San Juan Lane Sugar Mill Pond 3BR/2BA - 1846 LA - $359,970
NEW LISTING 310 Southlake Circle Southlake Plantation 4BR/3BA - 2362 LA - $280,000
NEW LISTING 211 Lake Crest Lane Sugar Mill Pond 3BR/2BA - 1782 LA - $347,490
NEW LISTING 100 Marcia Circle Clearview 3BR/2BA - 1750 LA - $210,000
NEW LISTING 113 Imperial Palm Lane Palm Court 3BR/2BA - 1540 LA - $197,000
NEW LISTING
NEW LISTING
301 Hutton Lane Sugar Ridge 4BR/2.5BA - 2941 LA - $270,000
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703 Rosedown Lane Acadiana Woods 4BR/2BA - 2001 LA - $187,500
NEW LISTING 308 Vanburg Place 4BR/2.5BA - 2684 LA $468,400
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100 Blk Malveaux Road, Lafayette, LA
204 Chevalier Boulevard, Lafayette, LA
706 Chevalier Boulevard, Lafayette, LA
542 Ridge Road, Lafayette, LA
700 Mills, Scott, LA
2605 N University, Lafayette, LA
507 S Main Street, Breaux Bridge, LA
318 Creswell Avenue, Scott, LA 4 BD 3 BA 2,443 SF
4 BD 3 BA 2,476 SF
Acres
$198,000
$375,000
$816,000
1.83 Acres
2.55 Acres
1 BA 2,466 SF
Kim Mai Pham REALTOR® kpham@vaneatonromero.com
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$102,000
$180,000
$127,200
3 BD 2 BA 1,574 SF
4.62 Acres
$1,400 Per Mo.
$399,000
4658 Johnston Street, D, Lafayette, LA 2 BA 800 SF
337.322.8682 337.267.4028 337.456.2028
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LUXURY HOME WITH POOL!
114 EDIE ANN DRIVE LAFAYETTE $157,500- 3 BR / 2 BA - 1,209 LA
206 ENGLISH GARDENS PARKWAY LAFAYETTE $614,900 – 4 BR / 3 BA 3,302 LA
304 E THIRD ST CROWLEY $334,000-3 BR / 3 BA – 4,014 LA
413 SAINT THOMAS ST LAFAYETTE $228,500-3 BR / 2 BA – 1,622 LA
112 BROOKSHIRE GARDENS DR LAFAYETTE $599,900-5 BR / 4.1 BA – 3,331 LA
405 SOUTH ST PIERRE ST BROUSSARD $189,900- 3 BR / 2 BA - 1,375 LA
407 SOUTH PIERRE ST BROUSSARD $189,900- 3 BR / 2 BA - 1,375 LA
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109 LOUISA BOULEVARD LAFAYETTE $349,900-3 BR / 2.1 BA – 1,977 LA
111 LOUISA BOULEVARD LAFAYETTE $349,900-3 BR / 2.1 BA – 1,977 LA
109 SHARPSBURG DR LAFAYETTE $1700-4 BR / 2.1 BA – 2,913 LA ACADIANA HOMEFINDER
106 SNAPPING LANE BROUSSARD $399,900-4 BR / 2.1 BA – 2,347 LA
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By Jeff Wood, President, Acadian Home Builders Association
Preparing to Buy a Home in 2020
Congratulations. You’ve decided to buy a home this year. Purchasing a home can yield many benefits. Not only will you enjoy the pride of homeownership, real estate appreciates in value and there are tax incentives available. For most people, a home is the biggest purchase in their lifetime. If you’re ready and willing to become a home owner this year, the following tips can help you confidently purchase the best home for you. Evaluate your finances One of the first steps in homebuying is knowing your credit score. When you learn your credit score it will help determine the interest rate and associated costs you pay on a mortgage loan. In general, the higher your credit score, the lower the interest rate you’ll qualify for. You’ll also need to research how much house you can afford. Talking to a qualified lender can help you determine your price range. Another key step when you are crunching the numbers is to set a down payment goal. The myth remains that you must put down 20 percent to move forward with your purchase. There are options for home owners available to put down less than 20 percent, such as a Federal Housing Administration loan. Take an assessment of your needs If you are firm in your decision to buy a home this year, it is likely because you have a specific reason to purchase one. Maybe you need bigger space or want to move to a school district that fits your family’s needs. While it may seem like an obvious line of reasoning this will help you determine your needs and wants and create a “must haves” list. When you put pen to paper and outline what you need in your new home, this will save you time when you are ready to start looking. Your next home may not meet every single item on your priority list, so you must decide on what factors you can compromise on and how you can realistically stay within your budget. Set a budget Your home buying budget should not be set based on what your maximum loan approval amount is. As the buyer, you are the best judge of what you can afford realistically. A good rule of thumb is that your total monthly home expenses should not exceed more than one-third of your gross monthly income.
Home buying expenses are not limited to your down payment. Do not forget to determine how much you need to cover loan fees and closing costs. Sell Your Current Home If buying your home this year is contingent upon selling your home, you should be prepared if the timing doesn’t align perfectly. Another consideration is to make sure you have sufficient funds on hand if you are unable to have concurrent home closings. A real estate agent can help you navigate the transitions. A buyer or seller market makes a difference timing the transaction and a real estate agent and Acadian Home Builders Association can shed light on local market factors.
Contact Acadian Home Builders Association to find out about homeownership opportunities in the Acadiana area. Building a House? Is your builder LICENSED? Is your builder LOCAL? For a list of licensed, local contractors, visit www.acadianhba.com or contact AHBA at 337.981.3053. 8 ❚ JANUARY 26, 2020 ❚ ACADIA HOMEFINDER
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400 MARGUERITE BOULEVARD
LAFAYETTE, LA 70503
$575,000
5 BR/4.1 BA - 4,458 SF
115 KING RANCH DR LAFAYETTE, LA 70508
$339,000/$1950 MO.-LEASE
$229,500
3 BR/2.1 BA - 2,127 SF
NEW PRICE
1829 GUILLOT ROAD, LOT 2
104 ASHVILLE LANE
$698,900
3 BR/2.1 BA - 2,295 SF
YOUNGSVILLE, LA 70592
YOUNGSVILLE, LA 70592
4 BR/3 BA - 2,077 SF
11.647 ACRES
$319,500
LAFAYETTE, LA 70506
3 BR/2.1 BA - 2,024 SF
NEW PRICE
315 CYPRESS VIEW DRIVE
511 MARIE ANTOINETTE STREET
LAFAYETTE, LA 70506
$308,999
405 KILBOURNE CIRCLE
CARENCRO, LA 70520
$262,000
3 BR/2.1 BA - 2,560 SF
LA-1000704560
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$675,000 501 PRINCETON WOODS LOOP LAFAYETTE - AREA G1 4 BR / 3.1 BA - 3,029 SQ. FT.
$2,295,000 117 THIBODEAUX DR. LAFAYETTE - AREA G2 4 BR / 4.1 BA - 5,700 SQ. FT
OPEN HOUSE 2-4
$435,000 204 E BAYOU PARKWY PARKWAY LAFAYETTE - AREA G1 4 BR / 3 BA - 2,690 SQ. FT.
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207 KINGS RD GREENBRIAR ESTATE - AREA G2 5 BR / 5 BA • 5,544 SQ. FT. $1,985,000
400 PRINCETON WOODS LOOP LAFAYETTE – AREA G1 4 BR / 3.1 BA – 3,608 SQ. FT.. $985,000
NEW PRICE
603 RICHLAND AVE. LAFAYETTE – AREA G1 3 BR / 3 BA – 2,885 SQ. FT. $625,000
1806 BONIN ROAD YOUNGSVILLE 5 BR/3.5 BA – 4,269 SQ. FT. $1,725,000
203 MAIN ST. BROUSSARD – AREA 4 BR / 4.5 BA – 5,785 SQ. FT. $1,500,000
SALE PENDING
103 MICHELLE CIRCLE LAFAYETTE – AREA G2 3 BR / 2.1 BA - 2,709 SQ. FT. $439,000
100 NOBLEMEN LANE LAFAYETTE-AREA N 4 BR / 435 BA - 3,715 SQ. FT. $1,425,000
402 ARABELLA BLVD. LAFAYETTE – AREA G1 4 BR / 4.5 BA - 3,447 SQ. FT. $823,000
514 PRINCETON WOODS LOOP LAFAYETTE – AREA G1 3 BR / 3.5 BA – 4,100 SQ. FT. $1,750,000
519 E FAIRFIELD DRIVE BROUSSARD – 4.24 ACRES W/GUEST HOUSE 3 BR / 3 BA - 2500 SQ. FT. $955,000
601 RICHLAND AVE. LAFAYETTE – AREA G1 4 BR / 3.1 BA - 3,052 SQ. FT $795,000
134 W BAYOU PARKWAY. LAFAYETTE – AREA G2 4 BR / 3 BA - 3,065 SQ. FT. $535,000
101 QUEENSLAND PLACE LAFAYETTE - AREA N 5 BR / 5.1 BA - 3,987 SQ. FT. $869,000
610 RICHLAND AVE. LAFAYETTE – AREA G1 3 BR / 2.5 BA - 2,367 SQ. FT. $498,500
600 RICHLAND AVENUE LAFAYETTE – AREA G1 5 BR / 4.5 BA – 4,175 SQ. FT. $995,000
607 RICHLAND LAFAYETTE - AREA G1 3 BR / 2.1 BA - 3,035 SQ. FT. $665,000
210 PRINCETON WOODS LOOP LAFAYETTE – AREA G1 4 BR / 5.5 BA - 3,896 SQ. FT. $899,500
NEW LISTING
155 SHANNON RD. LAFAYETTE – AREA G2 4 BR / 4.2 BA – 8,580 SQ. FT. $4,999,000
RIVER FRONTAGE
510 HUNTLEY AVE. LAFAYETTE
202 & 208 LEONPACHER LAFAYETTE
$265,000
$450,000
310 STEINER ROAD LAFAYETTE - AREA G1 3 BR / 2.1 BA - 2,717 SQ. FT. $845,000
NEW LISTING
120 SHANNON RD. LAFAYETTE – AREA G2 5 BR / 4.1 BA - 6,550 SQ. FT. $2,495,500
12509 WILDWOOD WAY ABBEVILLE – V3 4 BR / 4.1 BA - 3,203 SQ. FT. $320,000
NEW LISTING
208 RUE DE LA ROCHELLE BROUSSARD – AREA O 4 BR / 3 BA - 3,216 SQ. FT. $825,000
NEW LISTING
519 E FAIRFIELD DRIVE BROUSSARD – AREA O 3 BR / 3 BA - 2,500 SQ. FT. $955,000
LOTS FOR SALE
400-402 EMILE PRICE REDUCED NEW IBERIA 13.64 ACRES ................................$195,000 407 BILTMORE WAY, LAFAYETTE ..........$350,000 118 COLONIAL, LAFAYETTE ..................... $95,000 98 BURDIN RD, LAFAYETTE................ $1,200,000 100 BURDIN RD, LAFAYETTE.............. $2,395,000
LA-1000703941
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104 Lonely Oak Blvd., Duson, Louisiana 5 bedrooms * 3 Bathrooms
Oakbourne Estates 108 Rimwood Avenue Lafayette, Louisiana
including Master Suite/Bath w/Walk-In Closets
2 Stories * 4,334 Sq. Ft. * 5 BR
3-Car Garage * Covered Patio * Balcony
4 Full Baths and 2 Half Baths
3,432 Sq. Ft. Living * .936 Acres * 2 Stories
440 Sq. Ft. Living Quarters/Man-Cave
Bonus Room * Lot is 100' x 150'
with Private Entrance
New Roof , Gutters, Fence $ 375,000
$589,500
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Rural Homesites in Maurice, Louisiana
Lafayette, Louisiana $195,000
3 Acres on W. Etienne Road- $75,000
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-+/-4 Acre Tracts on Pressley Rd -2 Tracts Available
403 S. Buchanan St. #6
Downtown Lafayette
$91,749 Per Tract
*1,214 Sq. Ft. * 2 BR * 1 BA
Waterfront Camp in Mermentau!
254 Duhon Cemetery Rd. 1 Bedroom * 1 Bathroom Approx. 1.5 Acres $197,000
Located on a dead-end street. Screened BBQ House * Lg. Deck Partially Renovated * 2 Docks
VACANT LAND
+/- .5 Acres Congress @ Fieldspan $75,000
1.73 Acres Vatican Road/Hwy. 93 Carencro, LA $275,000
+/- 1.75 Acres Bertrand Drive, Lafayette, La. $1,143,450
Near high-traffic intersection of Bertrand Dr. and Congress St. Directly across from University Hospital and Clinics. Close proximity to ULL Athletic Complex, Football Stadium, Cajun Dome and SLCC.
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127 E Bayou Shore Street - Lafayette - $220,000 3 BR/2 BA - 2,131 Sq. Ft. Delightfully updated, this lovely ranch style home in the Milton School District offers a lovely laminate floor in the spacious living room, a cheery brick wood burning fireplace, and an expansive opening to the dining area and kitchen beyond. Now boasting an open plan, the home features a large center island in the kitchen, plenty of cabinet and work space, and is adjacent to the dining area. The laundry room is a dream - large, recently remodeled to include a folding area, and sheltered by a wonderful barn door. The media room is more than special - and most of the equipment remains with the house! A screened porch overlooks the back yard, which hosts large trees. The bedroom wing features large bedrooms, a hall bath, and a master.
205 W Monroe Street, Unit B, Broussard Townhouse - $147,000 2 BR/1 BA/1 Partial BA - 1,214 Sq. Ft.
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04 Belmont Road - New Iberia - $140,000 Bayou-side and Pond LOT SIZE203.81x739.69x215.5x822.7
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HOW TO MAKE A GRACEFUL EXIT Q: I WANT TO QUIT MY JOB, BUT I AM REALLY WORRIED ABOUT A GOOD REFERENCE FOR FUTURE JOBS. THERE IS NO BAD BLOOD BETWEEN MY CURRENT BOSS AND I, IT’S JUST NOT A GREAT FIT AND I’M READY TO MOVE ON. ANY TIPS ON HOW TO GRACEFULLY EXIT?
Stephen J. Oats
A: How you leave your job can certainly impact future employment, especially if you will rely on your current job as a reference in the future. If you maintain a positive, professional relationship with your former boss and your colleagues, then you increase your chances of getting a positive reference. First, sit down and really outline your reasons for resignation. You should be very sure that resigning is the right choice, or have you hit a rough patch or “sandpaper” moment in your job that will pass and only improve your position in the future? If leaving is the option you are committed to, it is important to communicate with your boss your reasons for leaving. You may even consider a clear
and concise resignation letter. You always want to tell your boss first, then your colleagues. You don’t want the company to discovery that you are quitting through office gossip. Depending on your position, you should give at least two weeks notice. Two weeks is pretty standard practice, and will allow for your boss to make arrangements to have the position filled or at least your tasks reassigned so that no one is left in a lurch. Before you leave, you should do what you can to make the transition go well. Make a check list of tasks or assignments that are priority. Provide your supervisor with a list of your outstanding assignments/matters and meet with whoever will be taking on your duties when you leave. Say thank you. Take the time to thank your boss for the opportunities you had while with the company. Thank everyone who has helped you along the way. Remember you catch more flies with honey, and you don’t want to alienate your soon to be former colleagues or boss. Good luck.
IS A LEASE-PURCHASE OPTION RIGHT FOR YOU
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Q: WHAT IS A LEASE OPTION? WHAT RISKS AND BENEFITS DOES THIS TYPE OF TRANSACTION ENTAIL FOR THE BUYER AND THE SELLER? A: A lease option basically means you are leasing or renting property with an option to buy it at a future date. The future price of the property should be fixed at the time the lease-option is signed. And, you must exercise the option to purchase within a certain period of time. In most instances, the buyer pays a fee for the option to purchase at some point in the future. This amount can vary depending on the type of property at issue, and the ultimate purchase price. In some cases, option money is applied towards the down payment if the buyer ultimately decides to exercise the option. In other cases, it is not. A lease option might be used when the seller is having a difficult time selling the property. Sometimes, a seller can actually get a higher price with a lease option than they could if they were
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selling it in a normal transaction. And, if a seller is having a hard time selling the property out right, at the very least, a lease option may cover their mortgage payments so they don’t have to come up with extra money each month to pay their monthly mortgage payments. And, if the buyer is later unable to exercise the option, they get to keep the option money. Most of the time, however, individuals who attempt to buy a home via a lease-purchase option rarely end up buying the house. This usually has to do with the reason they are trying to buy, via a lease-option, in the first place. Oftentimes, a buyer can’t qualify for a conventional home loan so they try a lease option thinking that they might be able to qualify sometime in the future. Frequently, even after a period of time has passed, they still can’t qualify - whether it’s because of poor credit, income to debt ratio, or lack of money to make a down payment. And, if they are unable to exercise the option to purchase, they lose the option money they put down.
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Is your rental vacant? We have tenants! Do you need one? We run credit reports, check references, and more. Or if you have tenants and are tired of the hassle, we can provide professional management. Are you interested in filling your vacancy or in having someone else handle your ownership headaches, call Jay Smith 981-5601 218 Ole Colony- off Amb Caffery- Spacious 3Bed/2bath, double carport and single garage or workshop, pets yes$1,250 108 Plateau, Off Verot, Country feeling, , 3 Bed/2bath, big rooms, workshop, on acre+ lot at the edge of town, pets YES - $1,200 407 ½ Brook Ave - I block from UL- 3 bed/1bath, living room, dining, large kitchen, privacy fenced yard, pets YES- $1,100 215 Stanley Rd, Carencro - almost an acre, cross fenced, 3Bed/2bath, open floor plan, garage, trees, pets yes, - $1,100 9 Morning Glory- Neat and Clean, 3Bed/1.5 bath townhouse, cute kitchen, storage, courtyard, pets YES - $950 37 Larkspur, The Meadows- 3Bed/1.5 bath townhouse, open floor plan, large storage, courtyard, rear patio, pets YES - $950 3105 W. Willow, ScottOpen floor plan, pretty wood floors, 3Bed/2bath, good kitchen, deck, garage $900 108 Avalon #B, Off Pinhook- conveniently located duplex near Southpark, 2Bed/1bath, CH/A, $700 706 Picard #13, MiltonQuiet area, 2Bed/1bath, CH/A, fridge, range, W/D connections, pets YES -$700 3105-C W Willow, Scottthis 2 bed/1 bath mobile home is super clean and in great shape, no pets- $650 302 Loire #A, off Gloria Switch- 2Bed/1.5 bath townhouse, living/dining combo, fridge, range $575
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