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Sharon Vennen

KDK Capital Region Realty 225.202.0084

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4 Bedrooms | 4.5 Baths | $989,000

THE COUNTRY CLUB OF LOUISIANA Located on the 5th Fairway, this incredibly well maintained family home features an office, media/bonus room, brick and old pine floors, pine beams, old cypress cabinetry, and gunite pool with spa.

TIGUE BONNEVAL Broker / Owner 225.445.0886

TIGUE@beaubox.com audubonassociates.com

Licensed by the Louisiana Real Estate Commission

AUDUBON REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATES LLC | 225-218-1800 | 5500 BANKERS AVE BATON ROUGE, LA 70808

4 Bedrooms | 3 Baths, 2 Half | $1,575,000

METICULOUSLY MAINTAINED AND RENOVATED Highland Road home on 1.25 acres, privacy fenced, historic integrity preserved yet modern amenities throughout. 4BR/3BA+2HB, original 1895 long leaf pine flooring, antique fixtures, old cypress ceilings and doors. 34206.1.3.002.indd 1

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UNIVERSITY CLUB 6BR/4BA plus 2 bonus areas and office. Magnificent kitchen, huge keeping room. Formal living and dining rooms. Luxurious, quality features throughout. Fenced yard. A rare find!

LONG FARM Classic farmhouse, a Bardwell exclusive. 4BR/4BA perfect floor-plan for a family. Bedrooms on both levels, open kitchen. Professionally selected finishes for a sophisticated cottage look.

THE SETTLEMENT AT WILLOW GROVE Amazing California style home. 5BR/4BA, 2 bdrms downstairs, 3 bdrms plus office upstairs. Bonus room has closet and plumbed for bath.

UNIVERSITY CLUB Wonderful 1.5 story, 4BR/3BA custom home by Bardwell Construction. Community offers tennis, swimming, fitness, playground, restaurant. Golf course and memberships also available.

Farm in Ethel, LA 146 Acres Beautiful property with timber, open pasture, rolling land, stocked pond, barn, riding trails, plus a 1 bedroom cottage with screened porch and full hook ups for a motorhome. Totally fenced.

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HIGHLAND ROAD LUXURY ESTATE Stunning! 3.56 Acres with pond on prestigious Highland Rd, close to Country Club of Louisiana & I-10. 5 bedroom, 7 bath, 6,750 Sq Ft. Renovated kitchen, luxurious master suite. Exquisite outdoor area with pool, exotic waterfall, gazebo and kitchen. 5 BEDROOMS | 7 BATHS | OFFERED AT $1,995,000 RE/MAX Real Estate Group 13626 Perkins Road Baton Rouge, LA 70810 225.768.7600 Independently Owned & Operated

THE ESTATES AT MYRTLE HILL Elegance at its best in a gated community off Highland Road. Open floor plan, butlerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pantry, double sided fireplace, loft/game room. Pool, spa and outdoor kitchen. 5BR | 5BA | OFFERED AT $799,900

Cherie Giblin

225.939.0999 cheriegiblin@remax.net Licensed in LA

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Carolyn Webber

225.907.7166 www.carolynwebber.com

Licensed in LA

COUNTRY CLUB OF LOUISIANA Perfect family home on large corner lot with lake view. Spacious open kitchen/keeping, high ceilings. Expanded master suite. Community amenities including golf. 4BR |3BA | OFFERED AT $565,000

RE/MAX Real Estate Group 13626 Perkins Road Baton Rouge, LA 70810 225.768.7600 Independently Owned & Operated

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BOCAGE ESTATES

7129 Woodstock Drive, Baton Rouge

Elegant and spacious home. Grand entry way with beveled glass doors, marble flooring and crystal chandelier. Kitchen features brick floor and center island. Large den with fireplace, built-ins, wet bar, 3 car garage, dog kennel, and herb garden. Beautiful back courtyard with bricked walls and flooring, a large gunite pool with jacuzzi, a fountain and a gazebo which all makes entertaining a delight. 5BR | 3.5BA | 5342 SF | Offered at $1,120,000

Susan Brantley REALTOR®

225.235.3756 susanbrantley1@gmail.com www.searchbatonrougerealestate.com Licensed in Louisiana

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LUXURY AND COMFORT

19321 EAGLE RIDGE DR, BATON ROUGE

This one of a kind home is the ultimate in luxury living. Elegant fixtures and details throughout. Built for entertaining featuring a salt-water pool, spa, outdoor kitchen and fireplace. Formal living and dining rooms, kitchen/keeping with commercial grade appliances, butler’s pantry, upstairs den, office/media room. All bedrooms have private baths. 5BR | 5.5BA | 5671 SF

LSU LAKE VIEWS

2052 ESTATES ROAD, BATON ROUGE

Located on a cul-de-sac, with views of LSU lakes, this remodeled home has space for everyone. Large, wrap around front porch, wood flooring throughout, stunning coffered ceiling. Remodeled kitchen includes Gaggenau gas cooktop. Grand master suite with sitting area and luxurious bath. Outdoor area offers patio with fireplace and pool. 3BR | 4.5BA | 6229 SF

Pat Wattam REALTOR® 225.298.6900 pat@patwattam.com www.BatonRougeRealEstate.com

Licensed in Louisiana

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RE/MAX First 4750 Sherwood Common Blvd. Baton Rouge, LA 70816 225.298.6900 Each Office Independently Owned and Operated

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11667 Rue Concord

8 BEDROOMS

BEAUTIFUL 3 STORY HOME ON 5.5 ACRES

4.5 BATHS

Rare opportunity to become the owner of a home designed by legendary architect A. Hayes Town Sr. This beautiful home lies in the southeastern portion of metropolitan Baton Rouge, close to Highland and Perkins Rd. One of only three homes in a secluded and gated subdivision. Featuring reclaimed wide heart of pine flooring, Old Chicago brick floors, and cypress beams, cabinetry and paneling from a plantation near New Orleans. Includes 2 bedroom guest cottage converted from former horse stables.

6380 SF $1,775,000

Patricia Odom 225.413.3295

podom@remax.net Licensed in Louisiana

8556 Jefferson Hwy Ste A Baton Rouge, LA 70809 225.615.7755 Independently Owned & Operated

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Jennifer Richardson 225.907.5415

jrichardson@cjbrown.com Licensed in Louisiana

7414 Perkins Rd Ste 200 Baton Rouge, LA 70808 225.769.1500 Independently Owned & Operated

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Jan Autin Publisher 985-264-8748 Beth Owen Marketing/Sales 225-235-2128

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Amy Little DFLYDesigns LLC Design & Graphics

There’s room for everyone in this custom built Carriagewood Estates home with amazing outdoor oasis. Heated saltwater gunite pool, full outdoor kitchen with eatin bar and fireplace. A Murray Daniels designed home featuring soaring ceilings, gourmet kitchen, bonus room AND office, perfectly placed on a large corner lot with a 3 car garage.

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KDK Capital Region Realty 225.202.0084

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BuyorSellBatonRouge@gmail.com 11414 Lake Sherwood N Baton Rouge, LA 70816 Ofﬁce: 225.500.1125

Licensed in Louisiana

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GLENDA POLLARD REALTOR

225.921.6286

glendapollard@cox.net KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY Red Stick Partners 225.768.1800 8686 Bluebonnet Blvd. Baton Rouge, LA 70810

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5 TOP MARKETING TIPS FROM TOP AGENTS 1 . GO OD PHO TO G R A PH Y In most instances, buyers see photos of your home before they see your home in person. Take well-lit, HD photos to spark the most interest in your home.

2. DON’T RELY SOLELY ON THE WEB TO SELL YOUR HOME Lots of people shop on the web for homes, and there are lots of homes on the web. Stats say that 65 million shop for homes in the U.S. every month. However, only 5 million homes are sold in the U.S. every year. It’s a very crowded space, and your home should be on as many sites as possible. Make sure your agent also takes advantage of targeted print when advertising your home. More on this later...

4. MARKET YOUR HOME OFFLINE—LOCALLY Good agents know where potential buyers of your home live, work, shop and play. They use local real estate publications, targeted direct mail, brochures, and other tools to ensure your home gets in front of local home buyers.

5. KEEP YOUR HOME LOOKING GOOD Part of the marketing plan for your home is in your court. This includes how potential buyers perceive it when they walk through the door. Living in a home and keeping it ready to show is a challenge, but it will pay off when buyers find your home more attractive than others they may be considering.

3. MAKE SURE YOUR AGENT INCLUDES MOBILE TECHNOLOGY IN YOUR MARKETING PLAN Today, we rely on our phones to look up everything, including real estate. Your home should have a marketing plan that includes mobile tools as a significant element. For example, your home should have a yard sign with a text code on it so that potential buyers driving by can look it up on their phone right away.

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STUNNING ENTERTAINER’S HOME

4BR | 3.5BA | 4130 SF | $645,000

7748 Don Budge Ave, Baton Rouge- Exquisite French-Louisiana style home located on a premium corner lot in the heart of Baton Rouge! You will NOT be disappointed by the custom amenities in this one-of-a-kind home. 4 spacious bedrooms plus a bonus room and a 35 ft media room, full service wet bar, 20 ft soaring ceilings, and beautiful pine ﬂoors throughout. Located just behind Perkins Rowe and within walking distance to The Dunham School.

Alicen Albin REALTOR® 225.788.2338

alicenalbin@gmail.com AlbinHomes.com Licensed in Louisiana

11414 Lake Sherwood N. Baton Rouge, LA 70816 225.500.1125

We speak Jumbo Go big — and go home. • 720 FICO score • 10% down payment • No mortgage insurance necessary • Loans up to $1.5M

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Richard Allen Area Manager | NMLS #91498 16851 Jefferson Hwy., Ste. 5-B Baton Rouge, LA 70817 O:225.239.2781 F: 225.239.2781 rallen@guildmortgage.net Apply Online guildmortgage.com/richardallen Guild Mortgage Company is an Equal Housing Lender; NMLS #3274. Branch NMLS #1088666. All loans subject to underwriter approval; terms and conditions may apply. Subject to change without notice.

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12220 Myers Park Avenue

202 Granville Court

Bathed in luxury and style, one of a kind custom designed home. Grand foyer open to 2nd floor library, two master suites, workout/media room, art studio, offices and lovely pool-courtyards. 4BR | 4BA | 7165 SF A Remson-HaleyHerpin architecturally designed home with a lovely South Louisiana look. Enormous kitchen, Thermador appliances, media & game rooms, courtyard with pool, cooking bar, and fireplace. 4BR | 3.5BA | 5085 SF

Ruthie Golden

225.413.8594

4735 Perkins Rd Baton Rouge, LA 70808 225.663.2015

ruthiegolden.com Licensed in Louisiana

9631 Myrtle Ln, Baton Rouge

LOCATED OFF HISTORIC HIGHLAND RD, exquisite luxury home with gourmet kitchen! Double sided ﬁreplace, cypress beams, brick walls. Outdoor kitchen & ﬁreplace and great views of the pond. 6BR/5.5BA

Sharon Vennen 225.202.0084

BuyorSellBatonRouge@gmail.com Licensed in Louisiana

11414 Lake Sherwood N Baton Rouge, LA 70816 Ofﬁce: 225.500.1125

4 BEDROOMS | 3 BATHS | 3931 SQFT

425 Grand Lakes Dr, Baton Rouge Stunning Southern Elegance! Located in The Lakes at Highland. Filled with light and breathtaking views of the lake from almost every room.Triple split floor plan, 12ft ceilings, formal dining room, living room with fireplace, glass transoms, sunroom and den. Wonderful master bedroom with fireplace, view of the lake, a door to patio and en-suite bath.

Ashley Capello

17111 Commerce Center A Prairieville, LA 70769 225.744.0044 Licensed in the State of Louisiana Independently Owned & Operated

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225.802.9263

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COUNTRY CLUB OF LOUISIANA 17737 INVERNESS AVE BATON ROUGE

Gated Community off Highland Road. Beautiful home on cul-de-sac lot with large rooms, great for entertaining! Updated wide plank wood floors. Large kitchen/ keeping/breakfast area with fireplace, tile floor, granite countertops, 6 burner Wolf gas cooktop, Dacor oven and microwave, wine cooler. Lovely master suite with large closet and spa bath. Covered rear porch and courtyard with pergola. Fenced backyard, circular drive, 3 car garage. Professionally landscaped by renowned landscaper Eduardo Jenkins. New windows, and many recent updates.. A must see!

4 Bedroom | 3.5 Bath | 3,489 Sq Ft

Nickie Jordan REALTOR , SRES ®

225.588.1151 nickie@ameliafineproperties.com Licensed in LA, DC, MD & VA

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Richard L. Ourso CKD, CAPS 225.291.8588 11150 Cozumel Drive

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4 BEDROOMS | 3 BATHS | 3203 SF

42379 Greens View Dr, Gonzales Beautiful home in Pelican Point custom designed and built by Manchac Homes, featuring many custom upgrades. Huge gourmet kitchen, ﬁreplace, built-ins, shiplap accent wall in dining area, wood beams, high ceilings, and a large covered porch with outdoor kitchen.

GARY FONTENOT 15615 Airline Hwy, Ste. B Prairieville, LA 70769 | 222.677.7772 Independently Owned & Operated

225.413.7797 fontenot@eatel.net Licensed in LA & MS

Find The Home Loan That’s Right For You! 4044 Churchill Ave, Baton Rouge

BRIAN HANCHEY

SENIOR LOAN OFFICER NMLS#116522

P: 225.448.2662 C: 225.572.2131 F: 225.810.3753 www.lendtheway.com

HUNDRED OAKS area located in Walnut Hills, nestled among the giant mature Oaks! Open ﬂoor plan, gourmet kitchen with commercial grade appliances. Beautiful craftsmanship and design throughout. 4 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths, 2 Half Baths $776,000

Nancy Kemske REALTOR® 225.281.3859

nancy@nancykemske.com

18212 E. PETROLEUM DR., STE 5A BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA 70809

NMLS # 70876

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“Providing Professional Service with a Personal Touch”

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YOUR REALTOR IS READY TO GUIDE YOU HOME

CALL TODAY BUYING OR SELLING A HOME is a process and there’s nobody better to guide you through that process than a REALTOR®

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CALL ANY OF THE REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS FEATURED IN THIS MAGAZINE AND GET THE GUIDANCE THAT ONLY A REALTOR® CAN GIVE!

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St Francisville 56 Acre Estate

10411 La 965 Highway- 56 acres just minutes away from downtown St Francisville. Impressive custom built home, enlarged in 2008. Elegant living room, master suite with private balcony, and remodeled kitchen opens to den area. 12 ft ceilings, wide plank and St Louis brick floors. Fantastic outdoor recreation areas for the kids. Greenhouse, tractor/horse barn, deer hunting on grounds and stocked seven acre lake.

4 Bedrooms | 3.5 Baths | 5640 SF

Owen Kemp REALTOR 225.931.5880

PO Box 942 Saint Francisville, LA 70775 225.784.2000

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Your trusted source, Mark West loan originator 225-231-1820 | Cell: 225-413-9378 MarkWest@gulfbank.com NMLS # 129871

Visit Mark at 7235 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70806 or online at GULFBANK.COM/MARKWEST

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4 BEDROOMS 4.5 BATHS 4530 SF

11443 Carries Orchard Drive

5 BEDROOMS 4 BATHS 3748 SF

11526 Cypress Barn Drive

Oakley Plantation

LOVE Louisiana History! Oakley Plantation c1810 is a famous Louisiana landmark and the inspiration of this beautiful home. 100-year old pine floors, custom iron hand rails, Master suite and guest room downstairs. Two bedrooms upstairs, plus recreation room and media room. Family room with fireplace opens to the wellappointed kitchen, with access to rear patio with outdoor kitchen.

Modern Sleek Style meets Classic Southern Charm! Two inviting outdoor spaces...a cozy/comfy front porch with fire pit, and a backyard oasis featuring covered patio with AC, fireplace, outdoor kitchen and pool with waterfall. Family room with double-sided fireplace, kitchen with island, Mont Clair Danby marble counters, wine cooler, Viking Professional appliances, and 3 bedrooms, office and bonus/game room

Jo Ann Landreneau REALTOR

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225.907.3636

www.JoSellsBatonRouge.com Licensed in Louisiana

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4 BEDROOMS | 3.5 BATHS | 3715 SF

Al Jones Classic perfectly situated on the 5th fairway in The Country Club of LA. This lovely southern French home is loaded with charm and offers panoramic views of the golf course. The spacious back yard comes with an Eduardo Jenkins designed swimming pool and lots of covered outdoor areas for entertaining.

CHAD MILTON Office: 225.752.5155

Cell: 225.252.2257 chad@miltonlakvold.com Licensed in LA

9035 Bluebonnet Blvd Ste #3 a Baton Rouge, LA 70810

UNIVERSITY CLUB PLANTATION

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3226 BROAD MAGNOLIA COURT

4128 E. LAKE SHERWOOD AVE

Home on large lot overlooking golf course. 12 ft ceilings, double sided fireplace, built-ins, office, and bonus room. Stunning updates just completed! 4BR | 3BA | 3518 SF

Jil J. Lemoine REALTOR

Breathtaking views of the lake and backyard outdoor living space from almost every room. Just perfect for Entertaining! Spa master bath. All rooms are spacious. 4BR | 3.5BA | 4607 SF Â®

225-571-7695 Jill@SellingBR.com

SellingBR.com

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PRIVATE ENCHANTED ESTATE

21313 Rabbit Run

Serene 4 bedrooms/4.5 baths One of a Kind Estate. Positioned atop a long winding driveway surrounded by 39+ acres of impeccably manicured landscaping with beautiful lakes, gardens and trails, this gated residence is the epitome of luxury. Courtyard entry with copper lanterns leads directly into extraordinary outdoor living area with two courtyard pools, hot tub, and restaurant style outdoor kitchen. Living area, master bedroom, and kitchen offer breathtaking views and sunsets. This spectacular estate with many architectural details is unlike anything in the area!

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4874 Bluebonnet Blvd. Baton Rouge LA 70809

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3206 BROAD MAGNOLIA CT, BATON ROUGE

One-owner, custom home on large corner lot in highly desirable University Club Plantation. Includes private attached TRUE 1BR/1BA apartment. 4BR | 3.5BA | 3467 SF

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19315 BELLERIVE CT, BATON ROUGE

Custom “smart” home with pool on navigable Ward’s Creek in the award winning and highly desirable golf course community of Santa Maria. 4BR | 4BA+2HB | 5440 SF

Kelly Blouin-Frank 17111 Commerce Center A Prairieville, LA 70769 - 225.744.0044 Licensed in the State of Louisiana Independently Owned & Operated

225.938.1315

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338 Chateau Jon, Denham Springs Stunning custom built, one owner home LOADED with AMENITIES. Completely updated incl. cabinets, ﬂooring, and more. Owner has relocated out of state, and home is move-in ready! 4/5BR, 4.5BA

Sandra Brewer

225.788.4104

sandra.c.brewer@gmail.com

1001 S Range Ave Denham Springs, LA 70726 225.667.3711

Licensed in Louisiana

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5 QUESTIONS to Ask Every Agent Before Listing Your Home

As encouraging news of the reviving housing market gains momentum, many homeowners will again consider selling their home. If you’re like most sellers, a home is your single largest financial asset, and the commission paid to a real estate professional is substantial. Therefore, you should have high expectations of an agent, and fully understand the strategies and tools they use to market your home. To be sure your home is sold quickly and for the best price, ask an agent these questions before listing your home with them:

How will you market my home to local buyers? Real estate remains hyper local. In 2016, the National Association of REALTORS® reported that home buyers only moved about 14 miles from their previous residence. Buying a home typically takes about three months from the time a buyer starts their search to signing a contract. During that time, buyers continue to work, shop, eat, and play in areas adjacent to their current home and community. Ask your agent how they plan to reach local buyers.

How will you market my home to out of market buyers? While many potential buyers will be local, depending on your home and surrounding area, out-of-market buyers could also prove to be a valuable audience. While ensuring that your home is listed on one of the many MLS services online is a great start, it doesn’t constitute an aggressive marketing program for your home. To get the best results, successful agents must use outbound, direct marketing and other avenues to reach buyers in other areas.

How will you market my home to other local top agents? Holding open houses is always a good investment. Both agents and local home shoppers can actually see the unique character of your home versus just looking at online photos. It engages other local agents, which can also bring you a buyer more quickly. Additionally, professional quality printed materials like flyers and postcards keep your home in front of them long after they walk out the door.

What types of media will you use to advertise my home? In today’s multi-media world advertising is everywhere, and the way consumers find information is constantly changing. Be cautious of agents who use only the web to market your home. Your agent must understand the importance of multiple media, like social media, mobile apps, text codes, local real estate magazines, direct mail and other printed materials to actively reach out to buyers everywhere— not just passively hoping for buyers to find your listing online.

How are you going to realistically price my home? Pricing a home requires an intimate knowledge of the market to get it right. You want to get the best price, but there can be a disconnect between your expectations as a seller and the price for which your home will realistically sell. If an agent overprices your home, it may ultimately sell for less than it would have if priced correctly from the beginning. It could also create conflict with the bank’s appraisal when the buyer tries to secure a mortgage. Ask to see a comparison of list price, sold price, and number of days on market for your agent’s ten most recent transactions. Homes that sit on the market too long and go through multiple price reductions are typically overpriced. Calculate the commission you pay to get your home sold and we think you will agree that you have the right to expect a very aggressive campaign. The best agents in your town will meet or exceed the expectations that we’ve laid out here and you deserve to work with only the best.

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PICTURE PERFECT! This circa 1920’s French Mediterranean Beauty has been painstaking restored and lovingly maintained. Sandstone terraces, loggia, courtyard, and swimming pool. Beautiful kitchen with butler’s pantry, sun room, and bonus room. 3 Bedrooms 3.5 Baths 3764 SF 830 Drehr Avenue

Debbie Henning REALTOR 225.938.7999

www.debbiehenning.com Licensed in Louisiana

4750 Sherwood Forest Blvd Baton Rouge, LA 70816 225.291.1234 Each Office Independently Owned & Operated

5 BEDROOMS | 3 BATHS + 2HB | 5028 SF | $1,700,000

EXQUISITE AUTHENTIC MEDITERRANEAN STYLE HOME

Located just off of Historic Highland Road on 1.6 acres. Grand foyer with 22ft ceilings, stunning chandeliers, travertine floors and fireplace mantles, marble columns, and so much more. Truly a rare find!

Lonnie Roussel

225-284-6010 lonnierou@gmail.com

Licensed in the State of Louisiana 38105 Post Office Rd. Ste 5 Prairieville, La 70769 225.744.4222 34206.1.3.029.indd 1

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LAKES OF HIGHLAND 11930 LAKE MIST AVENUE Custom built French country estate style home in a park like setting. Open floor plan featuring office/media space on each floor. Large kitchen with butler’s pantry. Enjoy lakefront community amenities. 4 Bedrooms | 3 Baths | 3857 SF

Mary Lobos 225.268.0501

REALTOR®

mlobos@coldwellbankerone.com Licensed in LA & MS

5025 Bluebonnet Blvd Baton Rouge, LA 70809 225.925.2500 Each ofﬁce independently owned and operated.

New Drone Regulations and their Impact on Real Estate

by Sean Hansen The FAA & DOT have recently finalized rules for the use of small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), which are commonly referred to as drones. Realtors® have struggled with the pros and cons of using video drones for home marketing since they first came out. If you feel that a drone is worth owning, it’s probably still worth using, but be sure to keep the new rules in mind. Here are some of the things you need to know and how they’ll affect your real estate business. 1. The operator will need to be a licensed with a remote pilot certificate rated for a small UAS or directly supervised by someone with these qualifications. 2. Before any flight, the operator must ensure the UAS is safe and in good working order. 3. All UAS drone flights must be performed within line of sight of the operator for the purposes of safety. 4. The FAA currently hasn’t released any privacy rules regarding data or image collection throughout their program.

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Gated Custom Estate 9883 Port Hudson Pride Rd, Zachary

This estate has is all! Gated custom Acadian/French Style home sits on over 7 acres with a stocked pond. Beautiful details and upgrades throughout. Formal living and dining areas, family room surrounds a large professional kitchen. 4BR, 3BA plus 2 half baths, downstairs ofďŹ ce/or 5th bedroom, upstairs media/bonus gameroom with wetbar, bath, and balcony overlooking pond. 20x32 storage building with electric, and a 3 car garage.

Traci Patin REALTOR

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225.245.4999

tracipatin2@gmail.com

Licensed in Louisiana

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BATON ROUGE ~ 225.751.3466 ~ 17731 Highland Rd. Showroom Hour s: Monday – Fr iday 8:30 am – 5:30 pm ~ Licensed Designer s Available By Appointment

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