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351 Fort Hamilton Dr Opelousas, LA 70570
Pat LeMaire, Realtor, ABR-Latter & Blum Cell: 337.344.4179 Office: 337.233.9700 plemaire@latterblum.com patricialemaire.latterblum.com LA-1000707485
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416 Live Oak Drive Live Oak Park 3BR/2.5BA - 2502 LA - $378,900
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742 Dufilho Road 3BR/2.5BA - 3078 LA $225,000
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2040 E Main Street 3BR/2BA - 1633 LA $140,000
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302 Richland Avenue 207c River Ranch 2BR/2.5BA - 1891 LA - $444,385
407 N Louisiana Avenue Chevis Addition 4BR/1.5BA - 1829 LA - $80,000
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502 Princeton Woods Loop River Ranch 6BR/4BA/2HB - 6422 LA - $3,850,000
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439 Leo Street Cane Country 3BR/2BA - 1542 LA - $154,900
202 Brightwood Drive Grand Pointe Phase II 3BR/2BA - 1740 LA - $269,900
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216 Princeton Woods Loop River Ranch 5BR/3BA/2HB - 4434 LA - $925,000
100 Riesling Circle Broussard Estates 3BR/2BA - 1346 LA - $160,000
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351 Fort Hamilton Dr...........................$495,000 ..............................Pat LeMaire
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36 Audubon Oaks Blvd.......................$325,000............................ Alma Criddle 207 Long Plantation Boulevard F The Plantation 2BR/2BA - 1086 LA - $129,900
213 St. Thomas Street Cornay Add 3BR/1BA - 1100 LA - $179,500
102 Beaujolais Parkway Frenchmans Creek 4BR/3BA - 2420 LA - $299,000
111 Girard Park Drive 19 Beau Bois 3BR/2.5BA - 2537 LA - $315,000
204 Zoie Drive Lebesque 3BR/2BA - 1760 LA - $234,400
206 Persimmon Place Victoria Village 4BR/3BA - 2600 LA - $215,000
303 Stoneridge Drive Wellington Ridge 3BR/2BA - 1505 LA - $186,620
1121 Camellia Boulevard 202 River Ranch 1BR/1BA - 745 LA - $169,900
100 Lacebark Drive Fountain View 3BR/2.5BA - 1940 LA - $225,000
100 Ravenswood Lane River Ranch 3BR/2.5BA - 3729 LA - $829,000
1203 Carriage Light Loop B Coach House Manor 3BR/2BA - 1500 LA - $169,000
106 Waterberry Drive Sugar Trace South 3BR/2BA - 1469 LA - $199,000
213 Bendel Road 202 Bendel Gardens 2BR/1BA - 993 LA - $149,900
109 Mossy Oaks Avenue Oaks The 5BR/4.5BA - 5100 LA - $1,450,000
145 Vital Street Sunset Terrace 3BR/2BA - 1815 LA - $189,500
104 Billeaud Lane Tanglewood 3BR/2.5BA - 2308 LA - $229,000
2203 Jasmine Drive Dusty Morgan 4BR/2BA - 2000 LA - $175,000
103 Spring Lake Circle Audubon Trace 4BR/2BA - 1866 LA - $234,500
505 Channel Drive Village At Broussard 3BR/2BA - 1706 LA - $255,000
4507-C Main Hwy 3BR/1BA - 1669 LA $199,900
209 Wadsworth Drive River Green 4BR/3BA - 1876 LA - $122,500
706 Chevalier Boulevard Delmar Estates South 4BR/3BA - 2476 LA - $365,000
213 Ruthwood Drive Meadow Ridge Estates 4BR/3.5BA - 3862 LA - $460,000
113 Brookshire Gardens Drive Brookshire Gardens 5BR/5BA - 4176 LA - $734,000
303 Habitat Ridge Drive The Reserve 3BR/3BA - 2176 LA - $345,015
307 Timberwood Circle Timberwood 4BR/4BA - 2977 LA - $398,500
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OPEN HOUSE 12-3
T 351 Fort Hamilton Dr Opelousas, La. 70570 4 BR, 4 BA – 4,913 SF $495,000 Listed by Pat LeMaire, Realtor, ABR Latter & Blum 337.344.4179 (Cell) 337.233.9700 (Office) plemaire@latterblum.com patricialemaire.latterblum.com LA-1000707486
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his beautiful home on 3.12 acres was well built and completed in 1980, remodeled in 2009, and meticulously maintained and is priced well below the July 2020 appraisal. There are 3 bedrooms and 3 baths downstairs and 1 bedroom and bath upstairs along with a very large game room/party room with a full bar that seats 8 plus and a relaxing sunroom that overlooks the gorgeous backyard. Back downstairs the living room is oversized with a beamed ceiling, a wall of built in bookcases, oak floors, and a great woodburning fireplace. There is an eat-in kitchen with old brick flooring, granite countertops, small wine fridge, and lots of cabinets. The large formal dining room has a beautiful crystal chandelier and heart pine floors.There is also a cozy den. The large master suite sits at the back of the house and has double doors to the back patio, large master bath with whirlpool tub, separate shower, and double vanity. And the laundry room is huge with lots of cabinets. The entire yard is like a paradise. There is a 30 X 33 workshop with plenty of space for those projects. The inground pool has a great gazebo/pool cabana and lush landscaping. There is also a fenced area in the back (approx. 1 ½ acres) perfect for a horse. And trees! Lots of fruit trees! Lemon, 2 persimmon, 3 fig, 1 pear, 1 peach, 1 pomegranate and a grape vine. 2 large oak trees grace the front yard and you’ll find cypress, crepe myrtle, savannah holly, ash, Chinese pistache, cedar, maple and leeland cypress. There are operable heavy-duty hurricane shutters on the home as well. This home is truly a must see. Open House today from Noon until 3!! 2000 Kaliste Saloom Rd Ste 101, Lafayette, LA 70508
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407 Arabella Blvd, Lafayette, LA | 4 BA / 3.2 BA - 3,759 SF | $859,000 44.29 ACRES
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105 Woodbine Dr., Lafayette, LA | 5 BR / 3 BA - 4,000 SF | $589,000
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124 Keith David Dr., Lafayette , LA | .94 Acres | $145,000
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109 Avenleigh Dr., Lafayette, LA | 4 BR / 4 BA - 3,366 SF | $539,000
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160 Abby Lane, Opelousas. $140,000. 3 BR/2 BA - 1,536 Sq. Ft. Lovely cathedral ceiling in living room and principal bedroom, freshly repainted throughout the interior, new carpeting in the bedrooms. Spacious rooms on a large lot (84.95 x 189.37) more than a third of an acre.
606 Kyle Landry Lane New Iberia - $372,500 4 BR/4.5 BA - 2,880 Sq. Ft. - 1.28 acres.
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127 Princeton Woods Loops $835,000 - River Ranch 4 BR/4.5 BA - 4,011 Sq. Ft
2315 Belle Ruelle New Iberia - $575,000 4 BR/3 BA/1 Partial BA - 3,972 Sq. Ft.
223 Country Club Drive New Iberia - $550,000 - Daigre 3 BR/2 BA/1 HB - 3,481 Sq. Ft.
403 Comanche Drive Lafayette - $425,000 4 BR/3BA - 2882 Sq. Ft.
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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! In addition to a wonderful corner lot, owning in Le Triomphe gives you the chance to play golf on a championship course, join a wonderful country club offering gym, dining, pool, and tennis.
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502 PRINCETON WOODS LOOP, LAFAYETTE - AREA G1 6 BR / 4.2 BA - 6,422 SQ. FT. - $3,850,000
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232 PRINCETON WOODS LOOP LAFAYETTE - AREA G1 5 BR / 6.2 BA - 7,000 SQ. FT. $4,900,000
101 RUTHWOOD DRIVE LAFAYETTE - AREA N 5 BR / 4 BA - 3,729 SQ. FT. $455,000
117 THIBODEAUX DRIVE, LAFAYETTE - AREA G2 4 BR / 4.1 BA - 5,700 SQ. FT. $1,995,000
203 MAIN STREET BROUSSARD - AREA 4 BR / 4.5 BA - 5,785 SQ. FT. $1,385,000
104 SHANNON RD. LAFAYETTE - AREA 5 BR / 6 BA - 5,800 SQ. FT. $1,275,000
600 RICHLAND AVENUE LAFAYETTE - AREA G1 5 BR / 4.5 BA - 4,175 SQ. FT. $995,000
123 SHANNON RD LAFAYETTE - AREA G2 6 BR / 4.1 BA - 7,450 SQ. FT. $2,950,000
210 PRINCETON WOODS LOOP LAFAYETTE - AREA G1 4 BR / 5.5 BA - 3,896 SQ. FT. $899,500
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145 VITAL STREET LAFAYETTE - AREA G3 3 BR / 2 BA - 1,815 SQ. FT. $192,500
514 PRINCETON WOODS LOOP LAFAYETTE - AREA G1 3 BR / 3.5 BA - 4,100 SQ. FT. $1,750,000
607 RICHLAND LAFAYETTE - AREA G1 3 BR / 2.1 BA - 3,035 SQ. FT. $665,000
216 PRINCETON WOODS LOOP, LAFAYETTE- AREA G1 5 BR / 3.2 BA - 4,434 SQ. FT. $925,000
906 RICHLAND AVE. LAFAYETTE - AREA G1 6 BR / 5.2 BA - 6,465 SQ. FT. $2,565,000
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308 N STATE ST. ABBEVILLE - AREA V1 3 BR / 2.1 BA - 2,420 SQ. FT. $239,900
101 TEMPLETON DR LAFAYETTE - AREA G1 4 BR / 4.2 BA - 5,124 SQ. FT. $1,250,000
125 GIRARD WOODS RD., LAFAYETTE - AREA G1 4 BR / 3 BA - 3,490 SQ. FT. $645,000
301 OLD SETTLEMENT, LAFAYETTE - AREA N 3 BR / 2.1 BA - 3,333 SQ. FT. $545,000
225 BILTMORE WAY, LAFAYETTE - AREA G1 3 BR / 3.1 BA - 2,410 SQ. FT. $585,000
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You Only Think It’s True: 10 Myths Costing You Time and Money Leanne Potts You can’t swing a tool belt without hitting a website or TV network offering tips on taking care of your digs. Save money by watering your lawn at night! No, water it in the morning! No, dig it up and replace it with a drought-hardy meadow! Throw in the info you pick up from well-meaning friends and there’s a sea of home care truisms out there, some of which can sink your budget. Myth 1: Stone Countertops Are Indestructible Fact: Even rock can be damaged. Marble, quartz, travertine, soapstone, and limestone can all be stained. Regular household cleaners can dull their surfaces over time. And marble is maddeningly fragile — it’s the prima donna of stone. It’s easy to scratch. It’s easy to stain. Here’s the worst part: Mildly acidic substances like soda, coffee, lemon juice, even hard water will eat into marble, creating a cloudy, dull spot in a process known as etching. “Spill a glass of wine on a marble counter and go to bed without cleaning it, the next morning you’ll have a problem,” says Louwrens Mulder, owner of Superior Stone in Knoxville, Tenn. And while stone counters won’t crack under a hot pot, such direct heat can discolor quartz or marble, says Mulder. So be nice to your counters, no matter what they’re made of. And note that the best rock for your buck is granite. “It doesn’t stain or scratch. It’s tough because it’s volcanic rock,” Mulder says. Which means it can stand up to all the merlot and barbecue sauce you can spill on it. Myth 2: Your Smoke Detector’s Test Button Is Foolproof Fact: The test button doesn’t tell you what you really need to know. Yes, check your smoke detector twice a year. But all that test button will tell you is whether the alarm sound is working, not if the sensor that detects smoke is working. Pretty key difference there. The best way to check your device is with real smoke. Light a long, wooden kitchen match, blow it out, and hold it near the unit. If the smoke sets off the alarm, it’s working. If not, replace the batteries. If it still doesn’t work, you need a new smoke detector. And replace those batteries once a year anyway, because dead batteries are the No. 1 reason smoke detectors fail. 10 | OCTOBER 11, 2020 | ACADIA HOMEFINDER WWW.THEADVERTISER.COM
Myth 3: Gutter Guards Are Maintenance-Free Fact: You gotta clean gutter guards, too. Gutter guards keep out leaves, but small debris like seeds, pine straw, and flower buds will still get through. Gutter guards can lessen your work, though — sometimes a lot. Instead of shoveling out wheelbarrow loads of leaves and other crap twice a year, you might just need to clean them every two years. But if there are lots of trees in your yard, once a year might be necessary. Myth 4: A Lemon Is a Great Way to Clean a Disposal Fact: While wanting to use natural cleaners is admirable, all of them will damage your disposal and pipes over time. The lemon’s acidic juice will corrode the metal parts of your disposal. The mixture of salt and ice contains metal-eating acid, too. The coffee grounds are abrasive enough to clean the gunk off the blades and make it smell like a cup of americano, but they’ll accumulate in pipes and clog them. The best natural cleaner for your disposal is good old baking soda. It’s mildly abrasive so it will clean the blades, but it’s a base, not an acid, and won’t damage the metal. Best of all, a box with enough baking soda big enough to clean your disposal twice costs less than a buck. Myth 5: Mowing Your Lawn Super Short Means You’ll Mow Less Often Fact: You might not have to mow as often, but your lawn will look like awful. Cut that grass under an inch high, and you’ll never have to mow again because your grass will die. Mowing a lawn down to the root — a screw-up known as scalping — is like cutting all the leaves off a plant. Grass blades make and store your lawn’s energy. Removing more than 1/3 of the length of the blade will leave your grass too weak to withstand weeds and pests. It also exposes the roots to the sun, causing the lawn to dry out quickly. Leave 1 to 3 inches of grass above the roots to keep your lawn lush.
You Only Think It’s True: 10 Myths Costing You Time and Money Leanne Potts Myth 6: CFLs Cost Too Much, and Are Dangerous Fact: CFLs (compact fluorescent lights) have come down in price since they first hit the market and don’t contain enough mercury to cause any harm. You can buy one now for as low as $3. And replacing one incandescent bulb with a CFL will save nearly $60 a year for the lifetime of the bulb, says Consumer Reports. CFLs last an average of 5 years, so one bulb can save $300. A houseful of them, say 20, will save $600 each year. And CFLs are a safe option. They actually lower your exposure to mercury indirectly, because they use 70 percent less electricity than incandescent bulbs. That means the coal-fired power plants that spew 340 million pounds of mercury into the air each year won’t have to run as long to keep our houses lit. Fewer toxins, lower power bills. What’s not to love? Myth 7: A Trendy Kitchen Re-Do Will Increase My Home’s Value Fact: Décor trends come and go as fast as viral videos. Remember those Tuscan-style kitchens with mustard gold walls, ornate cabinets, and medieval-looking light fixtures that were the must-have of the late ‘90s and early aughts? Today, they’re as dated as flip phones. Instead of remodeling in the latest look, which costs $22,000 on average, try repainting in on-trend colors, which costs $1,700 on average. If you do opt for a full remodel, choose elements like Shaker cabinets, wood floors, and subway tile, a timeless style you’ll love 10 years from now. Myth 8: A Contractor Recommendation From a Friend Is Good Enough Fact: Good contractors have more than just your buddy to vouch for them. Your neighbor’s rec is a good start, but talk to a couple of sources before you hire anyone. Check the contractor’s reviews on Angie’s List or other online rating sites.
Ask a local building inspector which contractors meet code on the properties they inspect. Ask the contractor for the names of past clients you can talk to, how many other projects they have going, how long they’ve worked with their subcontractors, and if they routinely do projects the size of yours. Look at this as a job interview where the contractor is an applicant and you’re the hiring manager. Make them show you they’re the guy or gal for the work. Myth 9: Turning Off Your AC When You Leave Saves Energy Fact: Turning off the air conditioner when you leave could actually cost you money. That’s because when you turn it back on, all your savings will be lost as the unit works overtime to cool your hot house. A better way to save on utilities is to turn the thermostat up or down (depending on the season) 5 to 10 degrees when you leave, says home improvement expert Danny Lipford of todayshomeowner.com. And the best option? “Install a programmable thermostat,” he says. Even better, buy one you can control remotely with your smartphone and adjust the temperature before you get home. Because thermostats you have to touch are so 1998. Myth 10: Permits? We Don’t Need No Stinkin’ Permits Fact: You do. Let’s say your neighbor’s brother-in-law, Cecil, is an electrician. Cecil can rewire your kitchen in a weekend because he won’t inconvenience you with a permit. Should you hire Cecil? No. Building codes protect you. From Cecil. Getting a permit means an inspector will check his work to make sure he didn’t screw up. Plus, if your house burns down in an electrical fire and your insurance company finds out the work was done without a permit, they won’t cover your loss. Check with your local planning or building department to find out if your project needs a permit. If it does, get one.
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THREE DAY REVOCATION DOESN’T APPLY TO ALL SALES! Q: I JUST BOUGHT A USED CAR AND DECIDED THAT I DON’T WANT LIKE IT ANYMORE. I READ SOMEWHERE THAT AS A CONSUMER; I CAN CANCEL A SALE AND GET A FULL REFUND AS LONG AS I DO IT WITHIN THREE (3) DAYS OF THE PURCHASE. THE USED CAR LOT SAID I WAS WRONG, AND THAT I CANNOT CANCEL THE PURCHASE. WHO IS RIGHT?
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A: Louisiana does have a consumer’s right to cancel law; however, it only applies in certain circumstances. Unfortunately, for you, the Consumer’s Right to Cancel does not apply to your situation. Louisiana’s consumer protection law applies to home solicitation sales, and specifically exclude sales which are initiated by the consumer by communication, whether by phone or in person, with the seller at his business establishment. You are not entitled to rescind the contract under the consumer’s right to cancel law.
Unless the car salesman showed up at your front door offering to sell you the car, you are stuck with your purchase of the car. Recently, we had a situation in a neighborhood where house painters were going to door to door offering to repaint homes and work around the house for a reasonable price of $2,000.00. Contracts were signed, and in some cases money was given for the work. Now, in this situation the consumer’s right to cancel law may apply and allow the homeowner to cancel the contract with the painters within three days. This right exists until midnight of the third business day after the on which the consumer signs the agreement or offer to purchase. Under the law, cancellation occurs with written notice to the seller at the address provided in the agreement or offer to purchase. You may have other options with regard to the recent regretful purchase. Are there issues with the vehicle, or have you just had a change of heart? You might consider working a deal with the car lot, will they consider a trade? Good luck!
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Q: I HAVE RECENTLY HAD BOTH GOOD AND BAD EXPERIENCES WITH GIFT CARDS EXPIRING. IN ONE INSTANCE, I WAS GIVEN A GIFT CARD TO A SPA IN TOWN. I SCHEDULED MY APPOINTMENT, AND WHEN IT WAS TIME TO USE MY GIFT, I WAS DENIED BECAUSE IT HAD EXPIRED THE DAY BEFORE! I HAVE HAD BUSINESSES HONOR GIFT CARDS THAT WERE WELL OVER ONE YEAR. IS THERE A LAW ADDRESSING THIS ISSUE? IT SEEMS LIKE THE BUSINESS HAS BEEN PAID THE MONEY SO THEY SHOULD HONOR THE SALE! A: Louisiana law does protect buyers and recipients of gift cards. Gift cards are a popular and convenient way to treat someone during the holidays, for their birthday, etc. These days you have a whole variety of gift cards that can be purchased at the local grocery store! Unfortunately, some retailers have been
known to set short expiration dates or charge fees if the card isn’t used after a period of time. That’s not cool. Not to worry, because consumers in Louisiana are protected. Our consumer protection laws provide that gift cards, gift certificates, and merchandise credits may not have an expiration date of less than five years. If a retailer does not put an expiration on the card, it is valid until redeemed. There are exceptions, such as donated or below value gift certificates used for charity fundraising; gift certificates that are usable with multiple sellers of goods; and loyalty or promotional programs where a consumer does not give anything of value in exchange for the gift card or gift certificate. None of these exceptions appear to apply in your case. If you still have the gift card mentioned above, you ought to give that spa a call back and fill them in on the consumer protection laws in Louisiana. The business should honor the gift card if it’s less than five years old. Good luck!
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ACADIAN HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION
By Jeff Wood, President, Acadian Home Builders Association
Outdoor Living Design Ideas
With more time spent at home this year, getting some fresh air and spending time outside the home is growing in popularity. Even before the pandemic, the demand for outdoor living space has been growing. A majority of home buyers (87 percent) ranked “patio” among the top essential features in a home, according to a recent analysis from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). Expanding your living space outdoors can help you enjoy nature, relax and safely entertain while social distancing. The following are a few design tips to help you enjoy the outdoors and create your own home oasis. Select Outdoor Seating. Choose patio chairs or sofas designed to withstand the elements. Furniture materials such as teak or high-quality wicker are ideal for outdoor use. If you’re purchasing outdoor seating online, double-check the measurements. Large or bulky furniture can make your living space fill cramped or disrupt the flow from outdoors to indoors. Consider purchasing lightweight furniture, so it can be easily moved around your deck or patio.
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Incorporate Lighting Fixtures. If you prefer to spend time outdoors after dusk or before dawn, you’ll need a solution to brighten up your space. If you have a smaller outdoor living space, string lights are optimal. For a larger space, add decorative lanterns or small lamps on side tables to illuminate your outdoor living area. Embrace Colors and Patterns. Adding bright hues or eye-catching patterns is appealing for any outdoor space. Another option is to select neutral cushions or pillows and to paint wood furniture your favorite color. Make sure to select paint and primer optimal for outdoor use. Accessorize. If you have patio furniture, new pillow or cushions can create a more inviting space and accent tables can refresh any patio set up. Patio umbrellas can also add pizzazz to your outdoor living space and a quick drying rug can make smaller outdoor spaces cozier. Gussy up with Greenery. Potted plants and flowers are a stylish addition to any outdoor living space. When picking out the perfect plants for your patio, consider the amount of sun or shade in your outdoor space. Care instructions for plants are easily found online or on plant tags if you are shopping in stores. To find a professional who can help you create your favorite living space inside and out, contact Acadian Home Builders Association at www.acadianhba.com 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. 14 | OCTOBER 11, 2020 | ACADIA HOMEFINDER WWW.THEADVERTISER.COM
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