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381 Choctaw Road 4BR/3BA - 2639 LA $495,000
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104 Portside Drive Village At Broussard 4BR/3BA - 2409 LA - $414,000
1309 Court Avenue The Courtyard 3BR/2.5BA - 1811 LA - $219,900
201 Majestic Boulevard Holiday Gardens 3BR/2BA - 1321 LA - $155,000
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106 Marble Creek Cove Boulder Creek 3BR/2.5BA - 2455 LA - $396,900
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114 Cecile Dr .................................$189,900 .......................................... Misti Darby 700 Robert Lee Circle 12:00pm - 2:00pm Tanglewood 409 Habitat Ridge Dr...............$359,999 ................................Jessica McGehee 3BR/2BA/2HB - 2274 LA - $224,500
204 Cricklade Court Copperfield 3BR/2BA - 1688 LA - $215,000
211 Whispering Meadows Road Whispering Meadows 3BR/2BA - 1873 LA - $275,000
407 Monarch Drive Royal Town Gardens 3BR/2.5BA - 1580 LA - $131,000
116 Milton Estates Lane Milton Ridge Estates 3BR/2BA - 1399 LA - $195,000
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207 S St. Valerie Street F Young Addition 3BR/2BA - 2713 LA - $234,000
105 Roland Road Deb 4BR/2BA - 1740 LA - $165,000
100 Primrose Lane Tanglewood 4BR/3.5BA - 2926 LA - $374,000
300 Doug Drive Gentry Place 4BR/3BA - 2767 LA - $369,900
305 Halcott Drive 119 River Gardens Th 2BR/2.5BA - 1700 LA - $155,000
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227 Stoneburg .............................$178,900 ............................... Kirk Schexnaider 173 Vital..........................................$213,750 ...........................................Pat LeMaire 1309 Court Avenue....................$219,900.......................................Jenny Benson 806 Canberra ..............................$234,000 ....................................... Wendy Wells 234 Whispering Meadows......$271,150................................. Kirk Schexnaider 208 Whispering Meadows .....$273,000............................... Kirk Schexnaider 106 Tennyson Drive..................$279,000.....................................Angela Guidry 106 Drifting Sands.....................$379,100 .......................................Randi Skilton 606 Kyle Landry Road.............$380,500 .......................................... Allen Duhe 120 Thames..................................$394,900 ........................... Padgette J Richard 104 Drifting Sands.....................$396,500 ......................................Randi Skilton 980 Austin Road ........................$399,500 ...........................Sharon Henderson 107 Drifting Sands .....................$406,125 .......................................Randi Skilton 812 Brentwood Blvd..................$477,000...................................... Kim King Bell 103 Pinewoods............................$995,000 ..Michelle Badeaux & Roz Kenny
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235 Santander Dr .......................$293,216.....................................Corey Schilling
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305 Halcott Dr #119 ...................$155,000 ..................... Ann Breaux Thornton 111 Timber Edge Dr....................$192,900 .................................... Dennis Brooks 106 Waterberry Drive ...............$212,000...............................................Kim Keys 105 Ella Hill ..................................$230,160 ....Hailey Genin & Anna Mahtook 402 Caravan.................................$313,000 ........................................... Cecile Kent 110 Drifting Sands......................$397,000................................. David Edmiston 109 Drifting Sands.....................$397,000................................. David Edmiston
120 Briaroak Court Broadmoor South 3BR/2.5BA - 2367 LA - $300,000
602 W 17th Street Northview Heights Addition 3BR/2BA - 2132 LA - $156,900
1616 Louisiana Avenue Golf Course Add 3BR/2BA - 1409 LA - $152,000
402 Bay Meadow Lane The Estates at Moss Bluff 3BR/2BA - 2280 LA - $245,000
201 Settlers Trace Boulevard 4414 Mainstreet At River Ranch 2BR/2BA - 1074 LA - $177,000
201 Settlers Trace Boulevard 3414 Mainstreet At River Ranch 2BR/2BA - 1074 LA - $178,000
329 Montrose Avenue Magnolia Park 3BR/2BA - 1640 LA - $219,000
134 W Bayou Parkway The Gardens 4BR/3BA - 3065 LA - $499,999
111 Seaside Lane Floridian Flatts 3BR/2BA - 1575 LA - $183,000
111 Timber Edge Drive Acadiana Cove 3BR/2BA - 1592 LA - $189,900
100 Creek Bend Boulder Creek 4BR/4.5BA - 3980 LA - $629,000
120 Ambiance Circle L’ambiance Villa 3BR/2.5BA - 1753 LA - $179,000
106 Tennyson Drive Ville de Cote Gelee 4BR/2BA - 1877 LA - $279,000
204 Londonderry Square Austin Village 4BR/3.5BA - 2275 LA - $299,000
205 Rue Saint Barts Jolie Village 4BR/3BA - 2450 LA - $320,000
211 Lake Crest Lane Sugar Mill Pond 3BR/2BA - 1782 LA - $347,490
409 Habitat Ridge Drive The Reserve 4BR/3BA - 2241 LA - $359,999
104 Stonehurst Drive Sugar Mill Pond 2BR/2.5BA - 1895 LA - $229,000
980 Austin Road 2BR/2BA - 2027 LA $399,500
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1701 Bonin Road Youngsville, LA 70592 5BR/6.5BA
$3,750,000 Listed by Joy Davis Cell: 337.288.9624 Direct: 337.267.4018 Office: 337.233.9700 jdavis@latterblum.com Licensed in Louisiana
his luxurious gated country estate with picturesque entry to almost 10 acres includes all the preferred assets for quality lifestyle and city conveniences. This home has been totally renovated with top-of-the line everything both inside and out. The main house has spaces for all family members to enjoy. The master suite includes separate baths and closets, a sauna, and private sitting room. The private guest room could also be a perfect mother-in-law retreat. The formal dining and chef’s dream kitchen have spectacular views of front property. The screened patio and outdoor kitchen overlook the pool and scenic stocked pond and rear pasture. Included are a bricked courtyard near the front entry and bricked cooking patio near the caterer’s kitchen. The entertaining areas have vaulted ceilings, cypress accents, and easy access to the fully equipped wet bar. The three bedrooms upstairs share a large entertainment den with a balcony overlook of the rear grounds. There is plenty of space for a private office or home schooling. A unique separate building offers a retreat or apartment with cypress accents plus space for a workout room and office. Included also are multiple parking spaces for cars, an RV, boats, equipment, trailers, and tractors. There is also a full-house generator. This is a well-planned family home that truly is multi-purpose for all ages and is ready for immediate occupancy. An opportunity for a life well-lived is obvious if buyers can take a personal tour of this unique combo of entertaining and play spaces for all. Celebrate life with a new beginning in this choice location!
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101 Biscayne Lane - $264,500 - AM Designs Builder - 3 BR/2 1/2 BA - 1,876 Sq. Ft. Loaded with extras, this delightful Miramar home is literally THE place to call home! The open living area has a coffered ceiling in the dining room, a lovely stepped-up ceiling in the living room, and a kitchen where all the appliances remain! An unbelievable Principal Bedroom Suite, with a fantastic bath! A home warranty is included! See the “Details” page in the Disclosures section for all the amenities.
127 Princeton Woods Loops $875,000 - River Ranch 4 BR/4.5 BA - 4,011 Sq. Ft Stunning River Ranch home with a host of amenities, including a whole-house generator.
606 Kyle Landry Lane, New Iberia - $380,500 4 BR/4.5 BA - 2,880 Sq. Ft. - 1.28 acres. Relax at your own personal spa this summer! This home sits on over an acre of land, boasts 2,880 square feet, and offers innumerable updates. Relax with a refreshing drink beside your in-ground pool (recently re-tiled and with a new liner), enjoy your hobbies in a craft room/sewing room, entertain with meals from your gorgeous kitchen that boasts a huge stainless built-in side-by-side refrigerator-freezer...and the amenities list goes on....
223 Country Club Drive - New Iberia $550,000 - Daigre 3 BR/2 BA/1 HB - 3,481 Sq. Ft. Stunning! Thats the best description of this beautifully updated home.
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212 Gleneagles Circle - Broussard $67,500 - Phase II of Le Triomphe LOT SIZE 67.52x153.5x67.5x151.9 +/-Le Triomphe is more than a home - it is a lifestyle!
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ACA D I A N A’ S J U N E 2 0 2 0 TOP 10 AGENTS & TOP 5 TEAMS 2545 SE Evangeline Thruway, Lafayette, LA
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308 Westgate Rd., Lafayette, LA $375,000 PRICE IMPROVEMENT
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Operating coin laundry located on large commercial lot. Expand on it to create your own strip center.
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190 Thompson Rd., Houma, LA $369,000
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Warehouse contains one three ton crane on rails and one one ton lift arm set. Property located off on a corner.
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Commercial Land for Sale Power Center Parkway, Lake Charles, LA 70607 $2,855,358 23 acres This parcel of land is located south of Wal-Mart, Old Navy, Outback Steakhouse, Academy, and more. It is also north of Morganfield, one of the area’s largest residential developments.
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117 THIBODEAUX DRIVE, LAFAYETTE - AREA G2 4 BR / 4.1 BA - 5,700 SQ. FT.
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304 EVERETT RIDGE LAFAYETTE - AREA N 5 BR / 3.2 BA - 3,320 SQ. FT. $824,900
232 PRINCETON WOODS LOOP LAFAYETTE - AREA G1 5 BR / 6.2 BA - 7,000 SQ. FT. $4,900,000
120 SHANNON RD. LAFAYETTE – AREA G2 5 BR / 4.1 BA - 6,550 SQ. FT. $2,495,500
101 RUTHWOOD DRIVE LAFAYETTE - AREA N 5 BR / 4 BA - 3,729 SQ. FT. $484,900
207 KINGS RD GREENBRIAR ESTATE - AREA G2 5 BR / 5 BA • 5,544 SQ. FT. $1,985,000
514 PRINCETON WOODS LOOP LAFAYETTE – AREA G1 3 BR / 3.5 BA – 4,100 SQ. FT. $1,750,000
1806 BONIN ROAD YOUNGSVILLE 5 BR / 3.5 BA - 4,269 SQ. FT. $1,725,000
203 MAIN STREET BROUSSARD – AREA 4 BR / 4.5 BA – 5,785 SQ. FT. $1,385,000
5511 WOODLAWN ROAD MAURICE - AREA V1 4 BR / 4.2 BA - 10,000 SQ. FT.. $1,100,000
104 SHANNON RD. LAFAYETTE - AREA 5 BR / 6 BA - 5,800 SQ. FT. $1,275,000
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600 RICHLAND AVENUE LAFAYETTE – AREA G1 5 BR / 4.5 BA – 4,175 SQ. FT. $995,000
301 OLD SETTLEMENT LAFAYETTE - AREA N 3 BR / 2.1 BA - 3,333 SQ. FT.. $575,000
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100 EMILY CIRCLE LAFAYETTE - AREA G1 5 BR / 3.1 BA - 4,032 SQ. FT. $798,500
107 BILLINGFORD DR. LAFAYETTE - AREA O 3 BR / 2 BA - 1,850 SQ. FT. $275,000
210 PRINCETON WOODS LOOP LAFAYETTE – AREA G1 4 BR / 5.5 BA - 3,896 SQ. FT. $899,500
123 SHANNON RD LAFAYETTE – AREA G2 6 BR / 4.1 BA – 7,450 SQ. FT. $2,950,000
145 VITAL STREET LAFAYETTE - AREA G3 3 BR / 2 BA - 1,815 SQ. FT. $192,500
109 CLIPPER COVE LAFAYETTE – AREA 4 BR / 3 BA – 3,196 SQ. FT. $475,000
607 RICHLAND LAFAYETTE - AREA G1 3 BR / 2.1 BA - 3,035 SQ. FT. $665,000
136 FLETCHER LANE LAFAYETTE - AREA G2 3 BR / 2 BA - 1,977 SQ. FT. $425,000
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308 N STATE ST. ABBEVILLE - AREA V1 3 BR / 2.1 BA - 2,420 SQ. FT. $239,900
1501 FALSE RIVER DR. NEW ROADS 4 BR / 3 BA - 2,977 SQ. FT. $995,000
400 PRINCETON WOODS LOOP LAFAYETTE – AREA G1 4 BR / 3.1 BA – 3,608 SQ. FT. $850,000
501 PRINCETON WOODS LOOP LAFAYETTE - AREA G1 4 BR / 3.1 BA - 3,029 SQ. FT. $625,000
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111 HAVEN ESTATE LN
3BR/2BALooking for a home situated a1/2 acre of property, inside Lafayette, without building restrictions? You’ve found it! This solidly built, Builders personal home can be yours! With it’s charming country feel, you’ll forget you’re minutes from the hustle and bustle! The spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, plus office home is great for entertaining. Additional 580sf building has plumbing, electrical, finished sheetrock & ready converted into a pool house or additional living space Directions: Johnston St, pass the mall; right at W Broussard Rd, right onto Touchet Rd, right onto Haven Estate, house on left.
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3/2 - 1592 sqft - ACADIANA COVE - Great light and bright home ready for you to move in. Only 4 years old, open floorplan to kitchen, dinette and great room. 9’ and 10’ ceilings, granite counter tops in kitchen and baths. Split floor plan to bedrooms. Nice large yard with wood fencing, storage, covered and open patio. Popular schools and great location. Directions: Verot School Road through round-a-bout at highway 92, continue on Verot School Road to right on Timber Edge Drive. Home will be down the street on the left.
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3BR/2BAStep through the front door to be greeted with the light and airy feel of this beautiful, updated, family home. This home features a split open floor plan, large rooms, wood flooring, spacious laundry and pantry, formal dining, wood burning fireplace, and much more that you’ll want to see for yourself! Directions: Kaliste Saloom to Left on E. Broussard; Pass Our Savior’s Church; Turn Left on Creekside. Home on Right.
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Country Home - Over 25 Acres and Horse Arena! 209 Morning Cypress Drive Broussard, Louisiana Cypress Crossing Subdivision Southside High School District 2,157 Sq. Ft. * 2 Stories * 4 Bedrooms * 2 1/2 Bathrooms Lot Dimensions 55’ x 120’ $235,000
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2 Stories * 4,334 Sq. Ft. * 5 BR 4 Full Baths and 2 Half Baths Bonus Room Lot is 100’ x 150’ $359,000 Residential Acreage in Maurice 3 Acres on W. Etienne Rd - $75,000 +/- 4 Acre Tracts on Pressley Rd Tracts A and C Available $91,749 Per Tract
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7 Outdoor Projects You Should Know How To Do Yourself Written by Jennifer Kelly Geddes for realtor.com Half the battle of lawn and garden tasks is actually finding time to spend in your yard. But since we’re already staying put at home much of the time because of the novel coronavirus, popping out to tackle a few projects isn’t as much of a challenge. Of course, you could hire a professional to pitch in with some of the work, but if you’re looking for a break from all those Zoom meetings, why not do it yourself? DIY outdoor projects are a win-win for homeowners as they’re a great source of exercise and they help beautify your home. Need some inspiration? Check out these seven outdoor projects that you can tackle after work or on the weekend. We’ve included a checklist of what you’ll need and a timeframe, too, so you can slot them into your schedule all summer.
1. Mow the lawn You know those crisp lines on your grass make it look polished. So head to the garage and make it happen. If you’re lucky enough to own a large yard and have a riding lawn mower, this task is a breeze; though smaller lawns can be cut quickly with a self-propelled machine. Cutting your own grass just means turning on the mower, but to make it perfect you’ll need additional tools like a rake and a trimmer, says Josh Sevick, brand president of The Grounds Guys. Time for project: 30 minutes for an average lawn Tools required: Mower, rake, string trimmer, edger, and push broom or hand-blower
3. Build a fire pit Few backyard DIY projects bring as much joy as a fire pit. “The only hard part about building a fire pit is lifting all the heavy supplies,” notes Aimee Bahs, brand manager at Mr. Handyman. But the price is right if you use stones found on your property. “Be sure to choose a level piece of ground away from the house that’s free of any low-hanging branches,” says McCoy. Time for project: An hour or so Tools required: Sand; gravel, pea stone, or lava rocks; and cinder blocks or retaining wall stones
4. Create a butterfly garden Installing a butterfly garden will pay off for all your plants by attracting important (and pretty) pollinators. It will also provide a haven for these winged wonders to lay their eggs and thrive. And you can plant this type of garden just about anywhere, from a large piece of lawn to small container pots and window boxes. Time for project: About an hour Tools required: Gardening shovel, gardening gloves, flowers to plant, or container pots (if you’re not planting the blooms in the ground) 5. Paint the front door A wooden door is blah, but a bold yellow one makes a statement. Painting an exterior door is an excellent warm-weather project, as you’ll be rehabbing a spot that’s taken a hit during the colder months.
2. Power-wash the deck A deck that’s free of dirt and grime is a thing of beauty—and it can be yours with the simple rental of a power washer. Once you have the device in hand, you pretty much just stand there, turn it on, and blast away months (or years) of buildup. “Using a power washer is a more manageable and efficient way to thoroughly clean your deck, patio, or sidewalk bricks than scrubbing by hand,” says Gary McCoy, a garden and outdoor expert at Lowe’s.
Time for project: 3 to 5 hours Tools required: Hammer, nails, electric sander, sandpaper, two sawhorses, liquid deglosser, masking tape, 2-inch paintbrush, scraper, new exterior enamel paint color
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6. Plant a victory garden If you’re not tending a sourdough starter at home during this pandemic, then you’re probably out in the yard pulling weeds and tending your own tomatoes. Yup, kitchen gardens are red-hot right now—and it’s not too late to start one. “You don’t need fancy tools to plant a garden, just a shovel. But if you want a raised bed, go for a simple version with two-by-fours on the ground,” says Sevick. Time for project: A couple of hours to install a small garden or herbs; up to a day for installing larger plots or raised beds Tools required: Work gloves, kneeling pad, garden shovel or trowel, garden fork, watering can or hose, rake, hand pruner, seeds or starter plants, and stakes or cages to support vegetables like tomatoes
7. Place some boulders There are advanced hardscaping projects that experienced DIYers can tackle, and then there are those that anyone with a wheelbarrow can accomplish. Arranging boulders to create a rock garden or focal point is one such task. Grab some stones from a home and garden center or a stone quarry, and let your imagination run wild. Time for project: 1 to 2 hours, depending on the number of rocks Tools required: Large wheelbarrow or landscape hand truck, shovel or spading fork, and boulders
CANCELLATION OF YOUR MORTGAGE FOLLOWING CLOSING CAN TAKE
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A LITTLE WHILE Q: WE RECENTLY SOLD OUR HOME IN TEXAS AND MOVED TO LOUISIANA. WHEN WE CLOSED, THE CLOSING ATTORNEY WITHHELD FUNDS FROM THE PROCEEDS OF THE SALE TO PAY OFF OUR MORTGAGE. SHE SAID SHE WOULD BE MAILING OUR MORTGAGE PAYOFF TO OUR LENDER VIA OVERNIGHT MAIL. I ASSUME SHE DID WHAT SHE SAID SHE WAS GOING TO DO, BUT MORE THAN 30 DAYS HAS PASSED AND WE STILL HAVEN’T RECEIVED ANY TYPE OF CONFIRMATION FROM THE LENDER THAT THE LOAN HAS BEEN PAID IN FULL. WE SIMPLY WANT TO KNOW THAT THE LOAN HAS BEEN PAID SO WE CAN MOVE ON. DO YOU HAVE ANY SUGGESTIONS ON HOW WE CAN WRAP THIS UP? A: Typically, when you sell a home, the closing attorney pays the lender off either by wire transfer (usually the day of, or the day after closing) or overnight payment the next business day following the closing. If the closing attorney has paid your lender, but simply hasn’t yet filed the paperwork to
cancel your mortgage, you shouldn’t worry too much. If, however, the closing attorney, withheld funds to pay off your loan and didn’t, you should yell and scream as loudly as possible. If the closing attorney paid off your loan, the paperwork to cancel the mortgage should follow. Some lenders just take longer than others to issue the paperwork necessary to cancel the mortgage. Sometimes lenders can’t locate the paperwork because of mergers, etc., and cancellation takes longer than anticipated. And, believe it or not, some lenders forget to send any paperwork all together. These problems can usually be worked out, but sometimes it just takes longer than expected. From your buyer’s perspective, he would want the lien released as soon as possible. From your perspective, however, if your mortgage was paid off, you should be fine. To be on the safe side, you might want to call your old lender directly to make sure your loan has been paid in full. Assuming it has been paid, but they are just dragging their feet on sending out the paperwork necessary to cancel it, you should urge them to speed things up. If the lender says they sent the necessary paperwork to the closing attorney, you should follow up with her and see what the hold up is. Good Luck.
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Q: I KNOW YOU HAVE PROBABLY ANSWERED THIS BEFORE, BUT WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A POWER OF ATTORNEY AND A DURABLE POWER OF ATTORNEY? A: Most of the time, those two phrases mean exactly the same thing. Basically, there are two kinds of power of attorney forms. One of them relates purely to medical and health care decisions, and is commonly called a Medical Power of Attorney. This form is used when you want to name one or more people to make medical decisions for you if you are unable to do so for yourself. The other power of attorney is for personal and/or business matters. This type of power of attorney is commonly referred to simply as a “general power of attorney” or “durable power of attorney.” Adding the word durable to the power of attorney is a way to indicate that the power of attorney remains in effect even if you become
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incapacitated and are unable to handle your own personal or business affairs. And, just because the word “durable” isn’t included, doesn’t necessarily mean that a power of attorney lacks the durable feature. And, sometimes, people sign a power of attorney that is designed to last for only a specified amount of time or that is intended to be used for a single purpose. These powers of attorney are often referred to as “special” or “limited” powers of attorney. For example, you might be out of town, and might want to give your wife the power to sell your home and sign for you at the closing. Or, you might own property in another state or city, and might want to give another person the right to manage the property. A limited power of attorney could be prepared to accomplish either of these tasks, and could be limited in time and effect. If you want to draft a power of attorney or have specific questions about what you can and can’t do with a power of attorney, you should consult a licensed attorney. WWW.THEADVERTISER.COM | JULY 19, 2020 | 17
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Need a Career Change? Consider Residential Construction By Jeff Wood, President, Acadian Home Builders Association
The spread of COVID-19 this year lead to economic hardship and skyrocketing job losses across multiple industries nationwide. However, the latest employment data showed some good news — a decline in the unemployment rate and job gains in several sectors as the nation reopens. If you or someone you know is looking for a job change this year, don’t overlook a potential career path in construction. Residential construction is poised to help lead the economic recovery. Low interest rates and pentup demand for homes places residential construction in a position to recover more quickly than some other sectors of the economy. Here are several other reasons to consider a rewarding career in residential construction.
especially when that economy is in recovery. As a member of the residential construction industry, you’ll be contributing to the economic success of your community.
Support is Available to Launch a Career Resources are available to help individuals interested in pursuing a rewarding career in the residential construction industry. The National Housing Endowment, in partnership with the Home Builders Institute and home builders associations across the country and in Acadiana, offers several scholarships to students interested in pursuing a career in the building industry.
Staying Safe on the Job Site The health and safety of construction workers is always a top priority in the residential construction industry. Employers are dedicated to preventing worker exposure to coronavirus and educating employees on what protective measures can be taken on the jobsite. The use of personal protective equipment is common on the job site as well as established cleaning and disinfecting procedures outlined by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Supporting the Economy The construction industry is critical to the economic success of our area and has positive national economic impacts, generating jobs in industries such as manufacturing and engineering. A healthy economy relies on home building,
Competitive Compensation The home building industry can offer competitive compensation. The top 25 percent in most construction trades professions can earn at least $60,000 annually. The gender pay gap is smaller in the construction trades. On average, women in the United States earn 80 cents for every dollar a man earns. Women in the construction industry earn 97 cents for every dollar a man earns.
For more information about career training opportunities in Acadiana, visit Acadian Home Builders Association at www.acadianhba.com.
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