Upgrading an ugly house requires investment. We buy ugly houses so you don't have to spend a dime. House renovations are a huge business and something of a national pastime. A recent report by the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University shows that in...

You might be tired of being a landlord for several reasons, but there's a simple, stress-free solution to your rental woes. Owning a rental property in New Orleans may bring in additional income, but it's hard work. Some say, it's like having a second job. It's not...

Summer can be a very good time to sell your home to off-season homebuyers, for many reasons. Although spring is the most popular time of the year to put your house on the market (with fall the second most favorable time), selling in the summer is always possible. In...

Knowing your reasons for selling your New Orleans property will help manage expectations. If you're planning to sell your New Orleans home, you probably have thought about whether to make upgrades and repairs, or just sell your home as it is, existing issues and all....

Under the right circumstances, the quickest way to sell your house is in the as-is condition, for cash. The busiest season in real estate (spring) is halfway over, but you can still sell your NOLA house quickly with a little work, some commitment, and the right...

If you've inherited New Orleans property but find yourself behind on mortgage payments or unable to afford necessary repairs, you might consider selling it as is, for cash. When you inherit a house from a relative or loved one, you can do one of these three things:...

Here's what New Orleans homeowners need to know about due dates, grace periods, and late fees, as well as how missing payments might affect credit. As a New Orleans homeowner, do you know when your mortgage payment is really considered late? How late does a mortgage...

There are many reasons why you might want to sell your rental property as quickly as possible. These signs should tell you when it's time to trade your troubles for cash -- fast. Residential real estate investing and being a landlord/landlady isn't for everyone. Sure,...

The Money You Save on Commissions Make It Worth Considering FSBO, Especially If You Do Your Homework Selling your home "For Sale By Owner" (FSBO) doesn't have to be difficult, especially if the real estate market in your area is ripe and the inventory of available...

Discover the Truth About Your Neighborhood Before You Sell Your New Orleans Home Real estate value is determined largely by location, location, location, and a big part of the location equation relies on the quality of the neighborhood. Is the neighborhood a place...