HOME FOR SALE Listing Details800 LEE DR PONCHATOULA, LA 70454MLS Number: 2281243Bedrooms: 4Bathrooms: 3Square Footage: 2349Price: $339,000 Call Frank Rubi 504-319-9696 to arrange a showing You will love this 2 years young home. Seller moving due to Job. Seller did not spare expense on the extras. DSLD The Cullen II model. Large corner lot fenced. The floor plan is open. Features include wood floors in the den, Mud Room, Tankless Gas water heater, and many energy efficiencies. Great opportunity to own a newer home in The Crossings in Ponchatoula, La 70454.           Kitchen Perfect for Entertainment  The Crossings in PonchatoulaPonchatoula is located a short drive to New Orleans. Tranquil area. Major university Southeastern Louisiana University is about a 15 drive.      01/08/2021

Home Prices in Hammond Louisiana for October 2016 Real estate market data for Hammond, Louisiana provided by Lana Mosley of Keller Williams Realty Realty Services.Call 985-710-1118 if you would like more detailed market information specific to your neighborhood.Find out what your home in Hammond, Louisiana is worth on my website.Hammond home pricesFrom January to October we see an upward trend of the median home price in Hammond, Louisiana.  Right now now median prices are hovering around 155,000. I expect this number to stay much the same, even though we are heading into the fall/winter market.  If you are considering selling your home, the good news for you is that if the value of your home is under 250,000, you are in a sellers market with an absorption rate of 3.1 months (absorption... 11/03/2016

 It's October in small town America (also known as Hammond, Louisiana) and we have some awesome tricks and treats going on around town this month.  First up is the Boo's, Brews, and Costumes at Blackened Brew in downtown Hammond on October 27th. They are going to have some special brews this evening in addition to all the awesome ones they usually have.  Come in 80's attire and get 10% off your meal!  There is also a costume contest with a chance to win cash or Founders Brewing swag.  The staff will make you feel welcome and the food is awesome.  No one can beat their craft draft selections!                If you like your Halloween spread out over a few days and mixed with arts and culture, then Hammond Horror Fest is for you! According to their website "The purpose of the Hammond Horr... 10/06/2016

You may love the convenience of living in downtown Hammond, close to so many bars, restaurants and boutique shops, but if you have kids, you might be afraid there will be nothing for them to do. Well fear no more! Downtown Hammond is the location of the Louisiana Children's Discovery Center.Located at 113 N. Cypress St, Hammond Louisiana 70403, there is unlimited fun to be had and maybe a bit of learning, too.My granddaughter thoroughly enjoyed the bubble making stations.There is also a construction zone where little tykes can saw, hammer, and imagine they are building a house.If your kid is into farming or milking cows, there is a place for them too! Cow and strawberry exhibit lets the children experience hand-milking a cow (don't worry, plastic cow, water for milk). I tried it, but my... 09/18/2016

Market Report for Hammond, Louisiana July 2016Real estate market data for Hammond, Louisiana provided by  Lana Mosley of  Keller Williams Realty Services. Hammond Home Prices We have seen the average sale price bounce back from a low in February.  You can find Hammond homes for sale here.  The fall months traditionaly slow down a bit in preperation for school starting.  If you are considering buying a home you can still find deals on a house in Hammond, but having a good real estate agent who understands the market is a must.  Don’t wait on the sidelines for too long. Average days on the market in Hammond is 88 at the time of this posting.  To make sure you don't overpay for your home, you'll want to have an agent that does a thorough market analysis of the Hammond home on which you are... 07/25/2016

Take your family to Kliebert's Turtle and Alligator Farm in Hammond, Louisiana!See Hammond homes for sale here.  Kliebert's Turtle and Alligator Farm (pronounced Klee-bear) has been in business since 1957. My family and I went this weekend to visit something of a local icon, instead of vegetating in front of the tv. The farm is open 7 days a week from March 1st to October 31st and then during the winter season from November to the end of February, they are open Thursday thru Sunday.Being in South Louisiana in the middle of July, it was hot. Luckily for us, there was a shower right before the tour and we had some cloud cover which helped a bit with the heat, but unfortunately it brought out the mosquitoes. If you are going to venture out here, I recommend sunscreen and mosquito repellent... 07/12/2016

Home Prices in Hammond Louisiana for May 2016 Real estate market data for Hammond, Louisiana provided by Lana Mosley of Keller Williams Realty Realty Services.Call 985-710-1118 if you would like more detailed market information specific to your neighborhood.Find out what your home in Hammond, Louisiana is worth on our website.Hammond home pricesFrom January to May we see an upward trend of the median home price in Hammond, Louisiana.  Right now now median prices are hovering around 155,000. I expect this number to rise a bit more due to the Summer selling market.  The kids are out of school and parents are using this time to find the home of their dreams in their chosen school district.   If you are considering selling your home, the good news for you is that if the value of your home i... 06/10/2016

 See all homes for sale in Hammond, Louisiana Hammond, Louisiana has a number of public parks and recreation facilities for your enjoyment.  Here a few: Cate Square Park Cate Square is located in downtown Hammond, Louisiana within walking distance to local shops.  It has a fenced in playground for the kiddies.  A gazebo is located close by which is commonly used for weddings, picnics and photo opportunities.     North Oak Park Located close to Southeastern Louisiana University, this park features walking/running trails that connect with the SLU campus, so you have no worries about traffic.  Fitness spots are also located by the trail so you can up your exercise regimen and really sweat.  There is a splash pad for relief from those hot Hammond summers.  Baseball fields, a pond and playgr... 04/30/2016

Why you as a buyer should be enthusiastic and eager to get a home inspection Last week my client made an offer on a cute, cute house.  This area had been decline, but seems to be on it's way up with lots of renovations going on the neighborhood.  Terms were negotiated and settled.  I asked my buyer "Which home inspection company would you like to use?"  I was met with some resistance as far as the need for an inspection.  "It's perfect!", "I don't see anything wrong with it", "I'm not sure I want to spend (insert any amount here) on an inspection."  I advised my client that while inspections are not mandatory, I would be having her sign a statement saying that I recommended one, and she chose not to follow my recommendation.   That was enough of a prompt for her to pick a company and I ... 04/19/2016

Home Prices in Hammond Louisiana for March 2016 Real estate market data for Hammond, Louisiana provided by Lana Mosley of Keller Williams Realty Realty Services.Call 985-710-1118 if you would like more detailed market information specific to your neighborhood.Find out what your home in Hammond, Louisiana is worth on our website.Hammond home pricesFrom January to February we did see a drop in the median home price in Hammond, Louisiana. I expect this number to rise quickly due to the spring selling market and the flurry of activity I see in my office and with properties being listed on the MLS. If you are considering buying a home now would be a good time to jump in the market while pricing is relatively low. Be sure to choose an agent who understands the local market. If you are interes... 03/02/2016

It's festival season in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana!See homes for sale in Tangipahoa Parish  March is coming up soon, and with it comes the festival season!  To start us off, March 11 - March 13, 2016 is the Independence Sicilian Heritage Festival.   Independence was settled in the 1800's by Sicilian families drawn by the thriving strawberry industry in the area.  In this day and age the whole town celebrates by throwing a 3 day festival chock full of live music, a spaghetti cook off,  parade on Saturday, Italian flag throwers, Sicilian folk dancing, spaghetti eating contest, and of course, a meatball throwing contest.  There is a midway for the kids, arts and crafts booths, and food booths featuring all kinds of Italian and festival cuisine.  Of course, adult beverages will be availab... 02/29/2016

February 19, 2016February Fun Fever Chesterton Square, 143 NW Railroad Ave., Ponchatoula, LA 704546pm - 9pm Ponchatoula Chamber of Commerce 985-386-2536 www.ponchatoulachamber.comFebruary Fun Fever is held as a fund raising effort for the Ponchatoula Chamber of Commerce.  It is 20.00 per person and includes food and drink, live and silent auction, and costume contest.  The theme is "Hidden Treasure of the South".See Homes for Sale in Ponchatoula, LA Also on February 19, 2016, a special event for all you LEGO lovers!  It's Family LEGO Night at the Louisiana Children's Discovery Center, 113 N. Cypress St, Hammond LA 70401.  For 10.00 per person, you and your family will experience a variety of LEGO building and engineering activities and guaranteed memory making. See Homes for Sale in Ham... 02/15/2016

 What is a bond for deed?"A bond for deed is a contract to sell real property, in which the purchase price is paid in installments and in which the Seller, after the payment of a stipulated sum, agrees to deliver title to the buyer."Bond for deed information for sellers. Advantages for Buyers The buyer is not a tenant and has all advantages of home ownership. The buyer can build equity by amortizing the BFD and market appreciation over time. They buyer gets the tax deduction for taxes and interest paid. There is no credit, income or other underwriting requirements. The state BFD statues protect your interest in the property. Contact me for a list of bond for deed homes in South Louisiana Disadvantages for Buyers If you fail to pay you will have to vacate and forfeit everything you have ... 02/12/2016

*Please note- this is only information for Louisiana*What is a bond for deed?"A bond for deed is a contract to sell real property, in which the purchase price is paid in installments and in which the Seller, after the payment of a stipulated sum, agrees to deliver title to the buyer." It is a contract, not a "sale", with the promise to transfer title when contract is paid All terms are negotiable between parties Installments can be one or as many as the parties agree to Title stays in Sellers name until contract is paid in full, in accordance with terms There can be many advantages for Sellers to consider Bond for Deed.  You increase the pool of prospective buyers by offering "seller financing".  Your property might be difficult to finance in the current market, such as rural property, ... 02/01/2016

So, you have decided to sell your house. Now what?Interview a few real estate agents in the area. Don't be pressured into signing a listing agreement right away. Ask the agents questions like "How do you communicate with your clients?" "What happens if I am not happy with our relationship?" "How do you market my home?"I communicate with my clients however they are most comfortable. Phone, email, in person, text, ect. I also have a communication guarantee for my clients! If I don't respond to your VM, email or text within 2hrs, I'll pay you $100.00!Get a CMAAlso known as a comparable market analysis or comps. During your interviews with agents, they should be knowledgeable about comparable homes in the area. They should have examples to share with you of homes that have sold recently in ... 01/25/2016

Family Friendly Mardi Gras in Hammond LouisianaWhen: January 29, 2016Hours: 6:30 pmWhere: Downtown Hammond, LouisianaWho: Everyone and AnyoneTickets: Free AdmissionWho to Contact: The Krewe of OmegaThe Carnival or Mardi Gras season, is a variation of the traditional manner of preparing for the start of the Lent, starts on Epiphany (January 6).  It is a season of parades, balls (some of them masquerade balls), and king cake parties. While New Orleans is well known for it's Mardi Gras revelry and questionable behavior for plastic trinkets, it's not a family friendly atmosphere in the French Quarter.  On the Northshore, a good family choice is the Krewe of Omega parade.  The Krewe of Omega will roll through downtown Hammond January 29th 2016.  150 riders on 11 professional floats complimen... 01/11/2016

New Year - New MEYes, we all have heard it before: And, honestly, so will I.But I am inspired to do something different this year and for coming years. I want to do something for the community that I live in. So for every closing in 2016 and thereafter, I will be donating $100 to a local charity. It can be one I have on my website or one that my buyer or seller holds dear to their heart. I pledge to make the world a little bit better, while still being the same, honest ass&*le. 01/08/2016

Click here to see fun things to do in Hammond, Louisiana! We hope you thoroughly enjoyed reading our blog - The Williams Team loves staying up to date on what is goingon in our community, as well as helping our community BUY, SELL, & INVEST in Real Estate. Our belief is that Real Estate should be about building lifelong relationships and providing the ultimate experience, not just buying and selling homes. The Williams Team's strong fundamentals of dependability, commitment, and integrity are the keys to getting the job done right.www.thewilliamsteam.com | 985.796.7169 |The Williams TeamWhen you're looking for a real estate team - choose The Williams Team of Keller Williams Realty Services. The Williams Team of Keller Williams has quickly become one of the Southeast Louisiana's Top Real... 12/11/2015

Check out the parks and playgrounds of Hammond, Louisiana! We hope you thoroughly enjoyed reading our blog - The Williams Team loves staying up to date on what is going on in our community, as well as helping our community BUY, SELL, & INVEST in Real Estate. Our belief is that Real Estate should be about building lifelong relationships and providing the ultimate experience, not just buying and selling homes. The Williams Team's strong fundamentals of dependability, commitment, and integrity are the keys to getting the job done right.www.thewilliamsteam.com | 985.796.7169 |The Williams TeamWhen you're looking for a real estate team - choose The Williams Team of Keller Williams Realty Services. The Williams Team of Keller Williams has quickly become one of the Southeast Louisiana's Top Re... 12/07/2015

Tangipahoa Parish of Louisiana offers the best education, public and private. If you are looking for private schools in Tangipahoa Parish, we've provided this Tangipahoa Private Education Guide for your search!  Gordon-Richardson Christian Academy Grades: PreK-7 10390 LA-1045, Amite City (985) 748-4907 Harvest Christian Academy  Grades: 3-9 43052 Yokum Rd, Hammond (985) 429-0422 Holy Ghost Catholic School  Grades: PreK-8 507 N Oak St, Hammond (985) 345-0977 www.hgschool.org See the full list of private schools in Tangipahoa Parish on our blog!  When you're looking for a real estate team - choose The Williams Team of Keller Williams Realty Services. We have quickly become one of the Southeast Louisiana's Top Real Estate teams who value open and honest communication above all else. Our be... 10/21/2015