Well maintain beauty in Madisonville is ready to move in and live. Custom built. 4 bedroom and 3 bath Nearby Shopping Best School District (Madisonville) in Louisiana 4th bedroom could be mother in law suite  Community Pool SUPER OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 1-3    308 Jade Ct. Madisonville, La.    11/19/2011

Search Mandeville, Louisiana Homes for Sale at www.PropertyPromenade.com, your source for local Real Estate! Property Promenade.com is a courtesty of: David Stewart & Karin SmithStewart Smith Real Estate, LLC1290 Seventh Street, Suite 6Slidell, LA 70458 Licensed in Louisiana Office: 985-646-0025Cell: 985-707-7624 (Karin)Cell: 985-710-1728 (David) For more information, or to schedule a viewing of any of the properties, simply click "Request More Info" and your information will come directly to us.  We are available 7 days a week, by appointment, to show properties. 01/10/2011

Purchasing or Sell Vacant Land in St. Tammany Parish When purchasing vacant land in St. Tammany Parish there a few things to keep in mind. A survey of the land should be included with the documentation as well as a copy of the Wetland Determination. The Wetland Determination may be obtained through the Corp of Engineers. The form is simple to complete. Keep in mind, that it may take up to 90 days to receive your determination.  This time frame is not within a time constraint so it may take longer. These are not the only documentation needed to purchase or build a home on your new property. In Crown Country Estates Subdivision, Mandeville, LA. 70471 we are offering a vacant lot for sale. The lot is appx. 1 acre and well price at 49k. 09/20/2010

Mariners Island Condo #401 in Mandeville on the Lake! The Views are stunning! June 26th, 2010 Categories: Condo Listings, Lakefront     A choice lakefront condo that features sunsets from your den and sunrise views from your kitchen.  Its a corner unit right on the lake within walking distance to the marina and plenty of green space.  The balcony is off the den and covered parking for two is on the ground floor.  You are minutes away from the Causeway and close to everything. See more at New Orleans Condos.     The lake front condo is tastefully done with wood floors, built in bookcases, a large master bedroom, open kitchen with plenty of cabinets, fireplace, open floor plan , large master bath, plenty of  natural light, breakfast bar, elevator and much more.  The living area is 1767 sq... 06/27/2010

Are You Preparing Your Home to Sell? SELLING your HOME - LOUISIANA Guidelines for Home Improvements  When you are considering listing your home for sale, there is much to be considered to make your home as attractive as possible. This is a common question that I receive from home sellers who are considering selling their home. The answer and consideration is - any improvements that increase the home’s attractiveness and overall size to the general buying public will increase its value. The following is a list which includes some guidelines to consider when preparing your home to sell:  · Select a neutral color paint, and paint on the inside and out. · Paint trim and baseboard for a fresh look. · Make sure that carpet and flooring are clean. · If you are replacing carpet, use a neutral c... 06/09/2010

Search for  MANDEVILLE HOMES.Go to the search listings . Chris Thomas Real Estate   Search this site Chris Thomas Real Estate Buyer/Seller Info Mortgage Rates Schools Weather Search Listings Active Rain Blog Contact Us Search Listings Search Listings Detailed Search Map Search About Us About Us Affiliations Contact Us Specialized Real Estate Services, Inc. 3525 Hessmer Ave Suite 301 Metairie, LA 70002 U.S.A Cell:    504-400-5800 Phone:504-468-7979 Email:christhomas1967@yahoo.com Licensed Louisiana Real Estate Agent Chris Thomas Real Estate       Welcome Welcome to the premier resource for all real estate information and services in the area. We hope you enjoy your visit and explore everything our real estate website has to offer, including over 10,000 real estate listings, information ... 06/06/2010

This coming Saturday in Mandeville there will be a Home Owners Resource Fair from 10a.m-1p.m. at the Life Impact Study.  The address is 5200 Hwy 22.  Phone number 985-845-0202. If you are struggling to pay your house note or close to foreclosure please make every effort to attend.  There will be certified housing counselors on hand.  There will also be information about various mortgage programs, avoiding foreclosure, refinancing, etc.   06/03/2010

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Whoa! St Tammany has some great restaurants, and as my good friends know. I like to eat. Here are just a few. Restaurants in Mandeville LA: Benedict's Plantation and Catering. 1141 N Causeway Boulevard Mandeville, LA 70471 985-626-4557 Benedict's of Mandeville Visit for a Great Champagne Brunch. ===== Broken Egg Cafe 200 Gerard St Mandeville, LA 70448 985-624-3388 Breakfast and Lunch ===== Carreta'a Grill Authentic Mexican 1200 West Causeway Approach Mandeville, LA 70471 985-727-7212 Great Food. I like the Chorizo Con Queso, the Enchiladas, and the Flan. Wow! ===== Country Kitchen Restaurant 2109 Florida St Mandeville, LA 70448 985-626-5375 They have a great breakfast. Good Home Cooking. ===== Fazzio's Restaurant and Bar 1841 N Causeway Boulevard Mandeville, LA 70471 985-624-9704 Seafo... 05/25/2010

Mandeville and Madisonville, Louisiana Real Estate Review, Month of April 2010. The pie chart above illustrates data pulled for the Cities of Mandeville, LA 70448, 70471, as well Madisonville, LA 70447 ===== 71 residential home sales for Mandeville and Madisonville for the month of April. Wooot! Another increase. I love it. More sales equals less inventory equals higher home values and less days on market. I do want to temper the excitement due to the “First Time Home Buyer’s $8000.00 Tax Credit’s” deadline was in April. So… I am sure there are a few sales we could count in here as being a direct re-action to it. Either way I like it. Download Mandeville and Madisonville, LA, Residential Real Estate Sales, April 2010 ===== The attached Adobe PDF document contains: •Property Address •Age... 05/24/2010

Dear HBA Members, Each year our members join together to build a beautiful house that is raffled off and the proceeds benefit deserving charities in St. Tammany and Washington Parishes. We are proud to have such great members who support us in this effort. For this year’s Raising the Roof for Charity Raffle House there are only 5,500 tickets. Every ticket is a winner. You have a good chance of claiming a great home. And you’ll surely help make St. Tammany a greater community. The drawing is less than a week away and there are still lots of tickets available! We need your help to make this year a success! Get your tickets now and encourage your staff, family and friends to get their tickets before it is too late. Even if you don't win, you know your money is going to creating a better c... 05/24/2010

This really doesn't have anything to do with real estate per say.. but it affects me and I'm a Realtor, so therefore its connected! I was checking in on my son (Ryan, 6yrs old) last night before I went to bed and felt compelled for some reason to sit there and watch him sleep. and not in a creepy way either! I just sat there for a second, peaceful and quiet, listening to him breathe and it made my heart skip a beat, or more like pulled at my heart strings, like a rush of emotion or something. And all I could think was that no matter what the market is doing, no matter what the interest rates are, no matter how many deals fall through, no matter how defeated I feel I know that all I have to do is watch my baby sleep and it all goes away. There's no use in trying to drink your sorrows awa... 05/19/2010

When buying a house, for most people, it's all about the location and the neighborhood. So how do you "select" the perfect neighborhood?? It's not always easy, especially if you're not from the area. So what are some things that should be taken into consideration? For most people, the commute to work is a big one.The proximity to schools, shopping centers, churches, parks and any other activities your household enjoys doing also ranks up there. Scouting the neighborhood would be a good idea. So would driving around at different times of the day and different days of the week. Talking to your potential new neighbors is also good. No one knows more about the neighborhood than the current residents! Maybe asking them about any homeowner dues if there's an association for that neighborhood.... 05/11/2010

If mediterranan food is your thing, than you NEED to know about El-Basha. Unless you already do! Its Greek and Lebanese cuisine at its best. Great location,  ( I went to the one in Covington, 1958 N. Hwy 190) , great food. great service. I havent been to a restaurant that enjoyed like that in a long time. I couldnt have found anything to complain about, even if I tried! I had the chicken shawarma plate. The portions are huge, vegetables were fresh ( theres nothing worse than wilted lettuce on your plate!), warm pita that just melts in your mouth! Theres usually alot of garlic in Lebanese cooking that can sometimes be overbarring, but this one was just right. They have a great lunch menu and an even better dinner menu. Can't stop raving about it! If you happen to be in the area, you shou... 03/10/2010

Back when I was in the process of getting my license, one of the things that was most emphasized during the classes, was the importance of the code of Ethics and all the RESPA regulations. So I was shocked to see that when it came to Short Sales and Foreclosures, that was the first thing that went out the window.  It's not realtors that are in violation though, but the banks! Ya, I said it!Absolutely shocking. Its like they have disregarded everything that agents have worked so hard to accomplish and the level of professionalism we strive to maintain. Examples of what they are doing?? - Violating deadlines as set in the contracts - Specifying lenders to be used ( RESPA violation) - Not using the sales contracts provided by the State which allows them to add and remove clauses that were ... 03/10/2010

This Month in Real EstateMarch 2010 ............................................................................................................................................... Commentary As the market continues to show shoots of recovery, experts believe that the roots will continue to grow. In his annual letter to the shareholders of Berkshire Hathaway, Warren Buffett said, "Within a year or so, residential housing problems should largely be behind us." After a steep run-up in prices during the first half of the decade, home values have readjusted back to normalized levels. Fixed mortgage rates are sitting near record lows and the number of homes available for sale is providing home buyers with more options. Also encouraging are indications that the high end of the housing market ... 03/08/2010

If its your first time buying or selling a home you may not realize how much of an impact the proper staging of a property, inside and out,  can have. I viewed 2 properties recently that just kinda made me go "Really?? This is how you want to put your property on the market??"You would think it was a pretty straight forward concept. The first time someone views a home is a first impression. You can't make a "first impression" twice. In essence, it's kind of like a blind date, set up by your realtor. If on a first date as you're meeting the guy (i say guy because I can relate!..) and the first thing you see is bad hair, stained clothing, dirty nails, the god awful smell that you're too afraid to find out where it's coming from, perhaps bad teeth, pictures of his mama spread out all over ... 03/03/2010

It's not always your best but you keep at it until you get the hang of it and hope you'll be asked for a repeat performance! So if you're reading this right now, you have the privilege of being part of my very first blog. Ever! ( Congratulations!) I wasn't  really sure where to start but I'm rarely at a loss for words so I figured I'd figure it out a long the way. I'm in my first year of real estate. We  moved to Mandeville, LA from California. It's been interesting to say the least. It's a very different vibe but I'm excited to explore and discover Mandeville, LA.  And what better way to do that than through real estate? Meeting new people, building relationships, helping them find the homes of their dreams or helping them reach their goals and get to where they wanna go...what could b... 03/02/2010

I was recently in need of a good plumber. Many times we only share horror stories. I'd like to complement Al's Plumbing Company for a professional, quality job from start to finish.  Buyers are free to have extensive inspections on a house during the inspection period of the contract (at their expense) according to the Louisiana purchase agreement. The purchasers had a video inspection of the plumbing performed. It was discovered that some roots were invading the closeout. My clients were not previously aware of the situation. The purchasers requested the repair be preformed by a licensed plumber prior to the closing as part of the inspection response. My sellers agreed to the request. I contacted a plumber who had a good reputation with many of my associates. He agreed to go to the pro... 11/13/2009

Beau Chene Subdivision, Mandeville, La. Market Activity for 8/20/2009 - 10/20/2009 Under Contract: 0Pending But Continue to Show: 0Open Predication Contract: 0Sold: 3 New Listings: 8 Price Adjustments: 10 All Active Listings: 41 For more information or to view listings in Beau Chene Subdivision, Mandeville, La. contact Karin today! Karin Smith - RealtorABEK Real EstateCell: 985-707-7624Email: ksmith.realestate@gmail.comWebsite: http://www.propertypromenade.com www.PropertyPromenade.comYour Source for Local Real Estate     10/22/2009