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15314 LA HWY 431, Prairieville Ranch style home on 1/2 acre lot! Open floor plan. Kitchen w/abundance of cabinet & counter space. Screened patio area. 12x20 screened patio. Corner lot. Add'l 1/2 acre lot is also available.

44377 ERWIN VILLAR RD, PRAIRIEVILLE Great 3BR/2BA home on almost an acre, corner lot!!! Great family neighborhood. Fireplace, builtins. Sunroom w/French doors to patio & fenced backyard. Attached dbl carport & storage room. Metal shed w/lean to.

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11491 GATOR LN, GONZALES Beautiful Acadian style on 1.11 Acres in St. Amant!!! Inside remodeled in 2016. Beautiful landscaping & wrap around porch. Whole House Generator. Workshop. Ascension Parish School District. 3BR/2.5BA.

22986 CHENE BLANC LN, MAUREPAS Enjoy the waterfront view from this custom built 3BR/2BA open floor plan modular home. Fireplace. Newer roof. Recently remodeled but not complete. Pilings have been set to complete the boat dock & pier.

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16145 JAY RD, PRAIRIEVILLE Great 5 BR/3BA, Acadian Style Home On 2.78 Acres! Beautiful oak tree in front yard & plenty fruit bearing trees. Kitchen w/Quartz & open to breakfast area. Large formal DR, LR, den & mudrm. Scr in patio. Big workshop. Whole house generator.

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More Info. Text RBGBQLZ to 52187 PERFECT LOCATION Near Whole Foods & Town center! Not just a condo, it's a lifestyle! Beautiful 2nd flr condo w/gleaming wood flrs, slab granite, & all new plumbing fixtures. Open flr plan w/split BR design. Gated complex. $175,000

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More Info. Text RBFRKGP to 52187 POOL HOME ON CORNER LOT Beautiful 5BR/5.5BA. SLAB GRANITE countertops and island. Exposed beams. FIREPLACE. AMAZING COURTYARD & WRAP AROUND PORCHES. OLD PINE FLOORS. Den, Sunroom/Bonus Room. NEW ROOF in 2020! $700,000

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21072 DIVERSION CANAL RD, MAUREPAS Waterfront camp on the Diversion Canal on the Three Rivers Island Community, which can be accessed by golf cart, boat, or foot. 21ft of water frontage rights. Camp has good bones. $54,900 MLS:2020010273 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: ERIN KING 225-681-0161

1124 E ROME ST, GONZALES 3BR/2BA home w/an open living area not found in homes of this vintage. New laminate flrg, updated HVAC & roof! Nice size master BR. Rear scr porch. No flooding in 2016, no flood ins. req'd. $164,900 MLS:2020018874 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: RICKY GAUTREAU 225-715-7256

40473 SAGEFIELD CT, GONZALES Excellent location. Sagefield Villas garden home. 3BR/2BA, solid quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, hand scraped rustic style lam flooring. $167,000 MLS:2020007239 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: MONA MORALES 225-333-9118

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9063 REECH RD, SAINT FRANCISVILLE A weekend get away or full time Feliciana living! St. Francisville 3 BR, 2 BA home on 3.43 acres of nature's best. Garage/boat port. Was appraised at $257,000 on 6/24/2019. $244,900 MLS:2020016083 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: CRISSY DOMMA 225-910-2190

1525 S EUGENE ST, BATON ROUGE In the Heart of the Garden District & on St. Patrick's Day Parade Route! Filming location for "Sex, Lies, and Videotape". Large, open kitchen. Spacious master suite. 4BR/2.1BA $475,000 MLS:2020018665 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: MONA MORALES 225-333-9118

27670 RED OAK RD, LIVINGSTON 4 BR, 3.5 BA home in a rural setting on 5.71 acres. 1.5 story Farmhouse Style Open-Split Flr Plan. Gourmet kitchen. Huge 30x12 workshop. Large pond in backyard. $484,900 MLS:2020017652 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: NICOLE ROWELL 225-936-4250

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22232 LA HWY 42, LIVINGSTON RARE FIND! Like New! Gorgeous 4BR/3BA on 27.57 acres. Acadian Open-Split Floor Plan. 1.5 story. Cypress beam & cabinets, brick columns. 24x20 storage/ workshop. $499,900 MLS:2020013820 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: NICOLE ROWELL 225-936-4250

2729 GRAND WAY AVE, BATON ROUGE Custom home represents only the finest in quality by Manchac Homes. Exquisite views of the lake & fountain purposely designed to be viewed from the outdoor kitchen, LR, DR, kitchen, MBR & MBA. 4BR/3.5BA. 3454 SF. $775,000 MLS:2020012693 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: GARY FONTENOT 225-413-7797

258 ALLIGATOR LN, GALVA Beautiful Property in Prime Location! Lrg energy efficient 4BR/2.5BA. 2.8 acres. Boat slip & 2 lifts, new bulkhead. Extra bonus foundation-many possibilities! $999,000 MLS:2018016937 FOR MORE INFO ON THIS LISTING CONTACT: ERIN KING 225-681-0161

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Fabulous Contemporary Style Home - Sleek, Elegant & Energy Smart Has an Open Floor Plan & Is Move In Ready! 3BR/2.5BA Home on Corner Lot Has 1652 SFLA. 3CM Slab Quartz Countertops in Kitchen/BAs, Under-mount Sinks, 42' of Cabinetry Text RBGCWNX to 52187 for more pics & info. w/Soft Close Drawers, Recessed Canned Lighting, Contemporary Upgraded Light Fixtures, Floating Mirrors in BAs, SS Appls, Gas Oven/Range, Custom Tile Master BA Shower w/Frameless Shower Door, Tankless Hot Water Heater, Radiant Barrier Decking in Attic, Low E-3 Double Insulated Windows BIB Insulation in Walls & More! Lake at Anselmo is Located in the Center of Town!

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GOING FROM TENANT TO HOMEOWNER: W H AT T O K N O W Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been saving for a while, and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re finally ready to move out of your apartment and take the leap to home ownership. Becoming a first-time homeowner is both an exciting and a stressful process, but the payoff is well worth it once all the papers are signed and the keys are in your hands. Be sure to read on for some useful tips for preparing for home ownership and what to expect once you move in.

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Chances are, you’ve been renting from a landlord who was on the hook for minor repairs and major upgrades, not to mention yardwork and a lot of other upkeep. Now, all those tasks fall on you. SET SOME MONEY ASIDE

STAY ON TOP OF MAINTENANCE

A good rule of thumb is to set aside one percent of your home’s purchase price per year for maintenance. So, if for example, your home cost $300,000, you should put aside $3,000, or about $250 a month, for home repairs. If you’re buying a new construction home, you shouldn’t have major repairs right away and you’ll likely have a new home warranty covering any maintenance costs. By saving this money now, particularly if you’re moving into an existing home, you won’t have any surprises if a hot water heater breaks or if you need a new roof down the line.

This doesn’t just mean keeping up with yard work and cleaning, even though they’re important. You’ll want to do an annual survey of your major appliances and know what they look like when working properly. Keep your eye on the roof or visible pipes as well – catching a problem early is key to preventing expensive repairs. Keep the name of trusted plumbers, HVAC repairmen, and electricians just in case.

INSPECT BEFORE YOU BUY A proper inspection of your new home will alert you to problems that already exist. There shouldn’t be any issues in a new construction home, and, if anything, only minimal issues in an existing home, but an inspection can ensure that everything is installed properly or that you can negotiate with the seller for any minor repairs to be incorporated into the purchase price.

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GET A HOLD OF YOUR FINANCES Finally, another major difference between renting and owning is the status of your finances. The first year you own a home, your taxes will become much more complex – so this might be the year you turn to a tax professional (if you don’t already do so). Second, start to budget. Chances are, you’re going to need to fill up your additional square footage with new furniture or electronics. Other things like lawn mowers, grills, and other seasonal products will be needed too, so make sure to comparison shop at the right time for a great deal.

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BOOST YOUR CURB APPEAL BY PAINTING YOUR EXTERIOR When you put your home on the market, one of the best ways to pump up interest in your home is to boost its curb appeal. While installing a new mailbox or keeping the lawn well-manicured are great for maintenance, nothing boosts curb appeal quite like a fresh coat of paint on your homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exterior.

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ummer and early fall are a great time to pull the trigger on repainting your home. Ideally, you want warm, dry days. While there’s always a chance of thunderstorms in the summer, a simple check of the weekly forecast will alleviate any risk there. Summer is also a good time because there aren’t big temperature fluctuations from day to night. If you’ve got perfect temperatures during the day, but then a big drop after the sun goes down, the paint will react and won’t cure properly. Once you choose your painter, the next step is to start choosing your colors. First, choose the main body color of your home. This color is what most of your home will be painted, and it will set the tone for the rest of the home. Normally, you would choose something neutral like white, cream, gray, etc. If you have a change in material, such as an entry feature or second roofline, or any other secondary main material feature, include a second main color to complement the first.

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Then, choose a complementary accent color that will highlight smaller details, such as doors and shutters. For example, if you paint your home an off-white color, such as cream, choose a blue hue such as navy or a red hue like burgundy to complement it. Finally, tie everything together with a trim color around the windows and eaves. If you’re not ready for an entire exterior paint job, you can still give your house a facelift with some practical touch-ups on accent pieces. Fresh, bright paint on the front door, stair rails, balconies, shutters or window sashes can vastly improve the look of your house. Plus, it’s easy to change the color on these smaller details every year or two so you can constantly update and boost that curb appeal. If you’re putting your house on the market, look into a fresh coat of paint or doing some touch ups. It’ll go a long way towards a great first impression when it comes time to show your home.

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POWER THROUGH YOUR CLEAN-UP LIST WITH A PRESSURE WASHER

Do you have a lot to clean this summer and not a lot of time to do it? Consider pressure washing (also known as power washing). Pressure washers aren’t just for cleaning your home’s exterior before painting or getting gunk off the roof – they can be used to clean much more. While not cheap, you can purchase or rent one, or reach out to a local pressure washing service to do it for you.

Clean patio furniture. Has your deck or patio furniture built up pollen or grime this summer? Forget the scrub brush, soapy water, and elbow grease and make quick work of cleaning wood and iron furniture with a pressure washer. Just don’t spray too close. See that the washer tip is held a few feet away – otherwise it can strip paint or other finishes. Banish weeds and dead plants. If you have deep-rooted weeds or dead grass entrenched between pavestones, slate tiles, or concrete cracks in your yard or on your patio, don’t bust your knees bending down to pull them out or risk spraying harmful chemicals. Blast them with a pressure washer to remove weeds right down to the root. Restore the shine to glass. Remove the film and stains that accumulate on outdoor glass tables or windows with your power washer, making it sparkle like new again.

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Make stonework gleam. While you’re removing weeds, blast the pavestones and tiles with a pressure washer to remove dirt from them as well. And quickly remove dirt and mildew from stone or concrete planters, birdbaths and garden statues by hitting them with the pressure washer as well. Clean your deck or patio. Has your deck or patio been in high use this summer? Give it a mid-season refresh with a pressure washer to get rid of stains from things like grease from the grill. If you need to really spruce up the deck, pressure wash those fading stains away, and re-stain it. Spend more time this summer actually enjoying the weather by hiring a pressure washing service or renting one yourself. You can check off more boxes on your To Do list and even tackle your home’s exterior or roof as well.

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GET THE RIGHT APPRAISAL BY TAKING THE PROPER STEPS Whether youʼre a buyer or a seller, getting an accurate appraisal of a homeʼs worth is critical before proceeding with a sale. When it comes to knowing the value of a purchase, your home is the bottom line.

FOR BUYERS:

In todayʼs market, lots of factors can contribute to an appraisal coming in lower than expected, some of which might include the lack of recent comparable home sales in the area, or using an appraiser from another town or region. Want to know if your home is being appraised properly?

FOR SELLERS:

 Ask your lender to find an appraiser that is from the county where you are buying.  Make sure that the appraiser has a residential appraisal certification and professional designation.  Meet with the appraiser beforehand and inform them of any factors that could have an impact on the appraisal.

 Get an appraisal before you list your home for sale. Use it, along with your real estate agent’s expertise to set the right price for your home.  See what similar houses are selling for or are valued at.  Maintain a file of all the improvements, upgrades made, and tax documents related to your house.  If you don’t like the appraisal, question it. Maybe there is some information you can provide or something that you can point out that the appraiser missed.

Also, if you’re selling your home, before you get an appraisal, do your best to make the most of your home’s features. Obviously, your home won’t transform form from a single-family to a palatial estate overnight, so some things in the appraisal (square footage, number of rooms, etc.) won’t change. But you can make sure that things are clean, everything in the house appears maintained and functional, and knock out any DIY projects you’ve been putting off. Following these tips will go a long way towards helping you get the appraisal you want.

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Ready to Look for Your First Home?

Some Tips to Get You on Your Way You’re finally ready to make the leap from renting into home ownership, which is a very exciting time. But, hey, let’s face it—it can also be overwhelming, and even a little scary. But don’t worry, with the right preparation, you’ll be ready to take the home search head-on and find the perfect home for you.

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Here are some helpful ways to prepare yourself for your first house hunt: Take a class. There are many first-time homebuyer education courses available, many of which are offered online. They provide potential homebuyers with detailed information, advice and budgeting tips on how to purchase a home. And upon completion, some provide a homebuyer certificate, which may allow consumers loan products that might otherwise be out of their grasp.

Save, save, save. And then save some more. Prospective homebuyers need to save as much as possible toward the purchase price of the house and closing costs. Though minimum down payments start around 5 percent, the greater the down payment the more favorable the borrowing terms. If you can purchase a home with at least 20 percent down, you probably will save even more because you won’t need to buy private mortgage insurance (PMI).

Find an agent. First-timers should ask around or look online to find a trusted real estate agent. An agent’s job is to know how much properties are worth, facilitate the sale process and bring an offer to the seller’s agent—and help guide you along the way.

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Research your mortgage options. There are a lot of mortgage options out there, each with their individual pros and cons. If you’ re having trouble saving up for a larger down payment, check out: xx Conventional mortgages that conform to standards set by governmentsponsored entities Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac., which require as little as 3 percent down. xx Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans, which permit down payments as low as 3.5 percent. xx Veteran Affairs (VA) loans, which sometimes require no down payment at all. Shopping around for your mortgage can lead to real savings. Saving even a quarter of a point in interest saves thousands of dollars over the life of a loan.

now that you know How to prepare, it’s time to get out there and start hunting for your first home!

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