Author: Doug Harvey

5 Reasons to Add Land to Your Louisiana Real Estate Portfolio

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When building wealth in your real estate portfolio to create a secure financial future, diversity helps to ensure a hedge against inflation, so you should spread your Investments across every market sector. In this way, should one sector of the market experience a bumpy period, your other investments can carry you through.  While it may … Continued

Foreclosure notice of default in Louisiana– what is it?

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If you’ve gotten a foreclosure notice of default and want to know what the heck is going on, keep reading. Basically, a foreclosure notice of default is a document that has to be filed by a lender to start the process of foreclosure. The foreclosure notice of default must be sent to anyone who has … Continued

The State of the Market for Buyers in Monroe Louisiana

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Is it still a buyer’s market today in Monroe? As experts in the Monroe real estate market, we get asked this question a lot. The answer isn’t as simple as yes or no. The State of the Market for Buyers in Monroe Louisiana First off, it really depends on the property type and location. Single-family … Continued

How to Find a Good Real Estate Agent in Monroe

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Hiring a real estate agent in Monroe can be frustrating. So what are the steps on how to find a good real estate agent in Monroe? Many local large real estate brokers will spend thousands of dollars each month to ensure that their agents are the most visible, whether it be online, in the Yellow Pages, … Continued

What is a Pre-Foreclosure in Monroe?

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With millions of homes across the country going into foreclosure, it’s important for both buyers and mortgage holders to understand the process. So what is a pre-foreclosure in Monroe anyway? Many homeowners across America and Monroe are facing difficulties making their monthly mortgage payments. When a homeowner misses 3-6 months of mortgage payments, the lending institution will … Continued

How to Avoid Foreclosure in Monroe

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While the housing market is rebounding, many people in Monroe] are still struggling to make their mortgage payments. If you’re underwater on your home, or having trouble keeping up with your monthly mortgage payments, you could be fearful that your mortgage provider is going to foreclose. Thankfully, there are a number of things that you can do … Continued

How to Sell Your House to an Investor in Monroe Louisiana

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Home ownership just isn’t what it was in the 1950’s. In the past, people would buy a home and live there for the rest of their lives, often passing it on to their family. Things have changed. Many first-time homebuyers are going into it with the attitude that they’ll sell when it’s time for a change. If … Continued

Selling Your Home During a Divorce in Monroe

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If you’re wondering about the ins and outs of selling your home during a divorce in Monroe LA… we’ll dive into the steps and things to look out for in this article. With over 50% of American marriages ending in divorce, many Monroe LA residents are looking or advice for selling a home during a divorce. … Continued

How to Stay in My Home After Foreclosure in Monroe

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A recent study estimates that 47% of foreclosed properties are still occupied. When you first see that stat you may be surprised… but we’re not. What most people don’t realize is that banks aren’t in the business to own homes. They are in the business to loan people money. But when they have to foreclose … Continued

We Buy Houses in Monroe Companies – Are They Credible?

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If you’ve been driving around in Monroe, chances are you’ve seen some billboards advertising companies that buy houses. Often times they say things like “We Buy Monroe Houses!” or “Cash For Your House”. Are These “We Buy Houses in Monroe Companies” Credible? How do I know if the local house buying companies out there are honest … Continued