Smith Sells Waterfront! Search Slidell, Louisiana Waterfront Homes for Sale at http://www.propertypromenade.com/default.asp.pg-WaterfrontSubdivisions Don't see your dream home listed?  Feel free to contact me with your specific critiera and I will find it! Karin Smith, BrokerSmith Realty Group1290 Seventh Street, Suite 6Slidell, La. 70458 Cell: 985-707-7624Email: ksmith.realestate@gmail.com   07/03/2011

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Search Slidell Real Estate at http://www.propertypromenade.com Feel free to sign up for your Personalized Home Search on the site. This exclusive search will allow you to fully customize your search with all search criteria to suit your individual needs.  PropertyPromenade.com is a courtesy of: Karin Smith, Broker/Owner Licensed in Louisiana Smith Realty Group1290 Seventh Street, Suite 6 Slidell, La. 70458Cell: 985-707-7624 Email: Ksmith.realestate@gmail.com 07/03/2011

Welcome Home - Picket Fence Included! Fantastic Opportunity to Purchase at Affordable Price! Overview Maps Photos Description $91,000 Single Family Home Main Features 3 Bedrooms2 BathroomsInterior: 1051 sqftLot: 6,000 sqft Location 57308 Cypress AvenueSlidell, LA 70461USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button below: Karin Smith Smith Realty Group(985) 707-7624ksmith.realestate@gmail.comhttp://www.propertypromenade.com    Listed by: Smith Realty Group Our recent listings Welcome Home - Picket Fence Included! Fantastic Opportunity to Purchase at Affordable Price!Newly Remodeled Four Bedroom Home in Flood Zone C!Fabulous Home on Corner Lot in Meadowlake Subdivision for LeasePretty Brick Home in New Kingspoint SubdivisionStunning Waterf... 07/03/2011

On closing day, expect to sign a lot of documents and walk away with a big stack of papers. Here's a list of the most important documents you should file away for future reference. HUD-1 settlement statement. Itemizes all the costs - commissions, loan fees, points, and hazard insurance -associated with the closing. You'll need it for income tax purposes if you paid points. Truth in Lending statement. Summarizes the terms of your mortgage loan, including the annual percentage rate and recision period. Mortgage and note. Spell out the legal terms of your mortgage obligation and the agreed-upon repayment terms. Deed. Transfers ownership to you. Affidavits. Binding statements by either party. For example, the sellers will often sign an affidavit stating that they haven't incurred any liens... 07/01/2011

Clipper Estates Subdivision in Slidell, La is beautiful gated, waterfront subdivision with navigable waterways leading to Lake Pontchartrain and beyond.  The palm tree lined streets of Clipper Estates and beautifully manicured lawns will welcome you as you enter.  The architecture is mostly French and Traditional and the houses range in size from approximately 1900 square feet to 3800 square feet. These homes range from 2-5 bedrooms.  This subdivision has easy access to the Interstate 10 and Hwy 11.   School District: Abney Elementary/ St. Tammany Jr. High / Salmen High School   For more information on Clipper Estates check out www.realestatepub.com 07/01/2011

You'll likely be responsible for a variety of fees and expenses that you and the seller will have to pay at the time of closing. Your lender must provide a good-faith estimate of all settlement costs. The title company or other entity conducting the closing will tell you the required amount for: Down payment Loan origination Points, or loan discount fees, which you pay to receive a lower interest rate Home inspection Appraisal Credit report Private mortgage insurance premium Insurance escrow for homeowner's insurance, if being paid as part of the mortgage Property tax escrow, if being paid as part of the mortgage. Lenders keep funds for taxes and insurance in escrow accounts as they are paid with the mortgage, then pay the insurance or taxes for you. Deed recording Title insurance poli... 07/01/2011

1. Price it right. Set a price at the lower end of your property's realistic price range.2. Prepare for visitors. Get your house market ready at least two weeks before you begin showing it.3. Be flexible about showings. It's often disruptive to have a house ready to show at the spur of the moment. But the more amenable you can be about letting people see your home, the sooner you'll find a buyer.4. Anticipate the offers. Decide in advance what price and terms you'll find acceptable.5. Don't refuse to drop the price. If your home has been on the market for more than 30 days without an offer, you should be prepared to at least consider lowering your asking price.  This has been Reprinted from REALTOR® magazine (REALTOR.org/realtormag http://www.realtor.org/realtormag) with permission of ... 07/01/2011

  Consider comparables. What have other homes in your neighborhood sold for recently? How do they compare to yours in terms of size, upkeep, and amenities? Consider competition. How many other houses are for sale in your area? Are you competing against new homes? Consider your contingencies. Do you have special concerns that would affect the price you'll receive? For example, do you want to be able to move in four months? Get an appraisal. For a few hundred dollars, a qualified appraiser can give you an estimate of your home's value. Be sure to ask for a market-value appraisal. To locate appraisers in your area, contact The Appraisal Institute or ask your REALTOR® for some recommendations. Ask a lender. Since most buyers will need a mortgage, it's important that a home's sale price be i... 07/01/2011

Eden Isles Subdivision in Slidell, LA is one of Slidell's original watefront communities.  It provides deep water access that lead to Lake Ponchartrain.  Most of the subdivision is a quick commute to the lake and great for larger boats since there are no low bridges to go under.  The architecture is a mix of Acadian, Ranch and Traditional and the houses are approximately 1500- 6000 square feet. Its just 30 minutes to the city and very close to shopping, Cross Gates Athletic Club & Salmen High School "Home of the Spartans"   School Districts: Abney Elementary/St. Tammany Jr. High/Salmen High School   For more information about Eden Isles or any other subdivision visit www.realestatepub.com 06/29/2011

Do wonders ever cease?  We have the opportunity to help someone interested in purchasing 159 acres of landlocked property and we are excited!  We will be working with the customer to gain access to this property as well as handling the closing. At First Title, technical closings are our favorite.  (Yes we love the easy ones but can't remember the last time one of those came across the desk!)  The land has not changed ownership in many, many years.  Of course it is inherited property.  Some of the steps we are taking are 1. Finding out who owns the surrounding property 2. Determining the true path of least resistance 3. Examining the title to the connected properties to determine who owns it and if any Successions (probates) are needed. 4. Making it a prioroty as there is a contract dead... 06/25/2011

The Bluffs is located in Slidell, LA off of Military Road behind Cross Gates. This fantastic Community was developed my Miramon.  The Bluffs is a gated community comprised of approximately 70 secluded acres of home sites. Located just minutes from state-of-the-art health clubs, multiple hospitals and clinics, several groceries, parks, restaurants, theaters and more!  The Homes range from about 3,000- 6,000 square feet and are all architecturally-distinctive.  In 2010 the sold prices of homes varied from $450,000 to $750,000. For more information about the Bluffs are any other community in slidell please visit http://www.realestatepub.com or contact David Stewart David- RealtorCell: 985-710-1728Email: dstewart.realestate@gmail.com 06/23/2011

Cross Gates Subdivision in Slidell, LA. is off of Military Road east of Gause Boulevard.  It is super convenient to the wonderful Cross Gates Gym!  The houses in Cross Gates range from 5 to 30 years of age and are 1600-3300 square feet.  The construction is a mix of acadian, ranch and traditional style.  Its in Flood zone C and close to local schools and hospitals. School District:Elementary: Honey Island & Cypress Cove/Middle: Little Oak and Boyet/High: NorthshoreSold Price Ranges: $165,000 - $295,000. David Stewart- RealtorCell: 985-710-1728Email: dstewart.realestate@gmail.com 06/23/2011

Meet David Stewart   David Stewart was born and raised in Slidell, LA.  After graduating from Salmen High School, he moved to Hattiesburg, MS to attend the The University of Southern Mississippi.    While in school pursuing his undergraduate degree David was involved in many different organizations including being a member of Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity, Student Government Association, Inter Fraternity Council & Young Business Entrepreneurs. While a member of Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity David held offices as a New Member Educator and President in 2000. After graduating in 2003 with a Business and Economic Development Degree, David moved to Dallas, TX for two years before returning to New Orleans after hurricane Katrina. With David's father being a local contractor in Slidell, LA the choice w... 06/23/2011

This quiet subdivision is conveniently located just off of Gause Blvd and Pearl Acres in Slidell. Located in the Northshore High School District, "home of the Panthers" the panthers have an excellent athletic and academic program. Homes in Breckenridge Subdivision are Ranch, Traditional, Contemporary and colonial in style. This family oriented community has a very active Home Owners Association.  Breckenridge is just minutes from great shopping and excellent restaurants.  Breckenridge was developed in the late 1990's and the majority of the homes are 7- 12 years old.  The size of the homes vary greatly.  Most homes are between 1700 and 3000 square feet.  In 2010 homes in this community sold between $150,000 and $260,000. For more information about Breckenridge or any other community in... 06/23/2011

Quail Ridge Quail Ridge Subdivision is located outside of the Slidell City Limits off of Military Rd.  It offers the convenience of a city but is a wooded serene neighborhood with large lots and mature trees. The subdivision features an outstanding architectural mix of larger and smaller homes in beautiful settings ranging from 30 years old to new construction. The homes range in size from about 2100 to 5000 square feet.  The 2010 sold prices were from $160,000 to $425,000. For more information about Quail Ridge or any other community in Slidell please visit us at http://www.realestatepub.com or contact David Stewart. David Stewart- RealtorCell: 985-710-1728Email: dstewart.realestate@gmail.com 06/23/2011

Turtle Creek Turtle Creek subdivision is located off of Military Rd right outside of Slidell city limits and lies inside one of the most desirable school districts.  This community was developed by Miramon construction company.  It is comprised of a wide variety of homes ranging from 20 years to new construction.  All of the homes have there own distinct style.  The grounds are like a park like setting and the subdivision has a very active home owners association.  The homes range from 2800 to 5500 square feet and in 2010 the old prices ranged from $315,000 to $400,000. For more information about Turtle Creek or any other community in Slidell please visit us at http://www.realestatepub.  Or call David Stewart David Stewart- RealtorCell: 985-710-1728Email: dstewart.realestate@gmail.com 06/23/2011

  David Stewart | ABEK Real Estate | (985) 710-1728 105 Crestwood Dr, Slidell, LA Fantastic Home on Corner Lot with a RenovatedKitchen http://www.realestatepub.com 3BR/2BA Single Family House offered at $143,900 Year Built 1983 Sq Footage 1,730 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Floors Unspecified Parking Unspecified Lot Size 12,480 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION 100% FINANCING! BEAUTIFULLY MAINTAINED AND UPDATED HOME ON CORNER LOT. THIS 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH HOME HAS AN EXTRA LARGE FAMILY ROOM WITH FLOOR TO CEILING BRICK FIREPLACE. TOTALLY UPDATED KITCHEN WITH GRANITE COUNTERS AND CUSTOM CABINTRY. FORMAL DINING ROOM, STUNNING UPGRADED LAMINATE WOOD FLOORS IN THE BEDROOMS AND LARGE MASTER SUITE. ENCLOSED SUNROOM WITH ADJOINING COVERED PATIO. FENCED YARD WITH STORAGE SHED AND H... 06/23/2011

Spartan Trace is located in Slidell, LA on the south side of the city.  It is off of Pontchartrain Blvd and Spartan Drive.  Walking Distance to Salmen High School home of the Spartans, Our Lady of Lourdes & First Baptist Church.  The wonderful community if also close to Cross Gates Health Club and fantastic Restaurants. The homes range in size from 1500 to 2900 square feet and in 2010 the sold prices ranged from $190,000 to $210,000. For more information about Spartan Trace or any other community in Slidell please visit us at http://www.realestatepub.com or call David Stewart David Stewart- Realtor Cell: 985-710-1728 Email: dstewart.realestate@gmail.com 06/16/2011

Beautiful Home on Corner Lot with Inground Swimming Pool! Overview Maps Photos Description $179,000 Single Family Home Main Features 4 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms1 Partial BathroomInterior: 2414 sqft Location 119 SilverwoodSlidell, LA 70461USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button below: Karin Smith Smith Realty Group(985) 707-7624ksmith.realestate@gmail.comhttp://www.propertypromenade.com    Listed by: Smith Realty Group Our recent listings Newly Remodeled Four Bedroom Home in Flood Zone C!Fabulous Home on Corner Lot in Meadowlake Subdivision for LeasePretty Brick Home in New Kingspoint SubdivisionStunning Waterfront Home with All the Whistles and Bells!Beautiful Home on Corner Lot with Inground Swimming Pool! Subscribe to our listing feed... 06/15/2011