What Are These Baton Rouge Vote For Amendment #1 To Stay Tax Free Signs About?

The Louisiana REALTORS® Association is supporting a constitutional amendment on the November 19th ballot to prohibit any new real estate transfer taxes in the state.

A vote FOR Amendment #1 on November 19 will…

*Protect your home from double taxation. Most homeowners in Louisiana already pay property taxes. Transfer taxes are simply another tax on the same piece of property.

*Keep Louisiana free from additional taxes, especially those that unfairly target homeowners and homebuyers.

If approved by Louisiana voters, we believe this will be an extremely positive development for residential and commercial consumers of real estate – and good for the overall real estate market and economy in Louisiana.

Monitor this important initiative thoughout the fall at STAYTAXFREE.com. Browse the site for related news, background on the issue, answers to frequently asked questions, and learn how you can get involved.

http://www.baton-rouge-real-estate.com/ – Baton Rouge Housing Makes Homevestors Top 100 Markets To Invest In Rental Property List

Homevestors of America, Inc., the We Buy Ugly Homes national real estate investor franchise, recently graded the Top 100 United States Housing Markets for their potential to be in the best rental property markets. Baton Rouge was ranked #66. Read more abut the this news here!

About HomeVestors

Dallas-based HomeVestors of America, Inc., the #1 buyer of houses in the U.S., was incorporated and began franchising in 1996. The first real estate franchise investment company, HomeVestors trains and supports its independently owned and operated franchisees that specialize in buying older homes in need of repair, and updating or rehabbing them. Most commonly known as the “We Buy Ugly Houses” company, HomeVestors strives to make a positive impact in each community. In 2010, for the fifth consecutive year, HomeVestors was among the prestigious Franchise Business Review’s “Top 50 Franchises,” a distinction awarded to franchisors with the highest level of franchisee satisfaction. For more information visit www.HomeVestors.com . HomeVestors has franchise opportunities available in 97 of the 100 markets listed on the current ranking. To learn more about the HomeVestors franchise, visit www.HomeVestorsFranchise.com . NOTE: Source is Homevestors Website.

http://www.agent225.com/ – Baton Rouge Home For Sale $64,900, 5345 Greenwell Street Baton Rouge 70805

View The 5345 Greenwell Street Baton Rouge Home For Sale Online Photo Gallery Here!

UNBELIEVABLE VALUE… NEW PAINT THROUGHOUT… AND MOVE-IN READY… Are you looking for a nice affordable three bedroom, one bath home located in the Baton Rouge area. Then look no further, this is it. Home includes a huge backyard with an abundance of shade trees, a 16×12 storage shed and chain link fence. A Great Location, Great Shopping, Great Resturants and A Great Price. Make your appointments now for your own private showing.

Directions: From Plank Road take Airline Hwy. South to Greenwell St and turn right. Proceed 2 blocks and property is on the right.

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https://www.facebook.com/brrebuzz – New Four Bedroom Listing in Parkview Oaks Subdivision Baton Rouge Real Estate

Sisters Takin Care of Business Have A New Listing in Parkview Oaks
4 Bedroom, 2.5 Baths
2304sf
$185,900

View The Virtual Tour Below!

http://www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=2460388

http://www.videosofbatonrougerealestate.com/ – Three Bedroom Home In Central For Sale The Northwoods 17444 Roble Ave Greenwell Springs

Perfect house for First Time Buyer! Wood Burning Fireplace in Den, Large Kitchen with pleanty of cabinets and counter tops. Large Dining area with lots of light. Seller just installed ceramic tile in kitchen and all wet areas and wood laminate in the rest of the house. Washer, Dryer and Fridge remain at no value, but the appliances are almost new!! Roof was replaced in Dec of 2005. Seller has new elevation certificate. New A/C compressor installed 5/25/2011. Nice covered patio and large back yard.

http://www.videosofbatonrougerealestate.com/ – Three Bedroom Country Home For Sale In Central LA On Half Acre With Workshop Baton Rouge

Large home in Central just needs a little love! Roof new in 2005, New cooktop and Dishwasher in 2006, Air Condenser 2010. House needs fine tuning, but can be great. 25 x 25 Metal Shop has all the Bells & Whistles. Dual roll up doors that are 10′ wide. 2 entry doors, 220 volt outlet, 8 110 volt quad outlets. Large mop sink has on demand hot water and there is a working toilet in the shop too. Shop also has 4 skylights and fluorescent lights. There is a 14′ high 25 x 25 covered area in front of the shop.There is a heavy duty high-flo vent fan built in. There is also a 14.5 x 25′ concrete pad on the side of the shop. Lift in shop is NOT included in the sale of the property. Central Schools and the new BREC Park is within walking distance accross the street.

http://www.batonrougerealestatebuzz.com/ – Central La Home For Sale In Jackson Place Subdivision 12753 York Drive Baton Rouge

MOVE-IN READY! AMAZING FIND! This 3 bedroom 2 bath home sits on 1 half an acre lot in beautiful Jackson Place S/D. This amazing home features laminent floors in all the bedrooms and dining room area with ceramic tile in the family room, kitchen, baths and laundry room. The spacious Family Room features a beamed ceiling and a masonary brick wood burning fireplace flanked by beautiful built-in bookcases and cabientry. The kitchen features tumblestone backsplaches, electric cooktop, microwave oven and breakfast dining area. The spacious master bedroom features his and her separate walk-in closets and opens onto the master bath area with custom tiled shower/tub, separate vanity’s and a large separate vanity dressing area. Outside is a 29×16 covered patio with 2 built-in wood swings, a 10×10 storage shed, partially wood fenced back yard, and a 60×17 R/V cover. A must see at this unbelievable price. Great Location! Great Schools! Great Neighborhood! Great Price!

http://www.batonrougerealestatebuzz.com/ – Baton Rouge Home For Sale: The Woodlands Subdivision 1348 Woodbranch Dr Baton Rouge LA 70816. Approximately 1,540sf and 6-10 years old, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths on a 61×135 lot.

Ann Dail of Baton Rouge Area Homes, LLC has a nice listing in The Woodlands Subdivision. Ann says, “Tucked away on a private circle drive, this home is better than new! Beautifully landscaped yard and architectural shingles gives great curb appeal. You’ll love the low maintenance exterior. The rear yard is privacy fenced and present owner has added a large covered patio for outdoor enjoyment. Beautiful windows make the dining and kitchen light and airy. There have been interior upgrades by this owner including gleaming wood floors and designer draperies and upgraded fixtures and hardward. Relax in a jacuzzi garden tub in your private master bath featuring his and her closets and dressing areas.” Contact Ann Dail here! To learn more about this home, visit http://www.batonrougeareahomes.com/ and click “FEATURED BATON ROUGE HOMES” link at top left.

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http://www.myflipcamerasecrets.com/ – Pole Aerial Photography: Exterior P.A.P. Using Kodak Zi8 Camera On Tall Monopod and SUV. P.A.P. meaning “Pole Aerial Photography”. For the Agent on a tighter budget, this might be a possible solution!

Photo Below: My first attempt at Pole Aerial Photography from on top of my suv holding a monopod and taken with Kodak Zi8 with 0.5x wide angle lens by remote control clicker (about 16′ to 18′). I’m sure the neighbors were wondering what in the world was going on! I like this kind of stuff…

I know that there are many real estate professionals on Active Rain blogging about P.A.P. and there’s even the P.A.P. Group on Active Rain that shares ideas and tips on this extension of real estate marketing. And, apparently P.A.P. is a popular topic on Facebook as my post below generated more than a few comments.

Here’s How!

First, this is not “pro photography”…obviously. This is accomplished with a simple Kodak Zi8 with 0.5x Wide Angle Lens ($39 at BestBuy) mounted on a 57″ monopod ($15 Walmart) using a Kodak remote control clicker ($10 at BestBuy).

EXTERIOR. For Exterior High Shots, I stand on top of the SUV below and hold the monopod as high and as sturdy as I can and use the remote to click the photos.

AUTHOR’S BIO:

Bill Cobb is Greater Baton Rouge’s Home Appraiser frequently called upon by banks, homeowners, and savvy real estate investors to assess property values. A home appraiser with 20 years experience, Bill Cobb brings a wealth of knowledge to the table as a home appraiser.

Bill’s company, Accurate Valuations Group, serves Greater Baton Rouge (East Baton Rouge Parish, West Baton Rouge Parish, Western Livingston Parish and Northern Ascension Parish).

Contact Bill Cobb and Accurate Valuations Home Appraisal Group for your next home appraisal:
Office: 225-293-1500, Cell: 225-953-0638
Fax: 1-866-663-6065
info@accuratevg.com
http://www.accuratevg.com/

http://www.facebook.com/brrebuzz – Baton Rouge Real Estate Buzz: Cloverhill Subdivision Homes Sales Report 2011. Only 1 MLS Sale in 2010 and 2011 for $229,000 and $242,500.

GBRMLS data for the Lakes At Oak Grove Subdivision revealed these interesting findings. From 2008 to 2011, the median sales price has fluctuated from $220,000 to $248,000 to $229,000 to now $242,500 into 2011 based only on 1 sale (rounded). So, 2009 was the post Hurricane Katrina “High” year followed by 2 years of lower sales prices, but based only on 2 sales. In 2011, there’s only been 1 sale for $242,500. There are currently 4 MLS Listings from $214,900, $240,000, $244,900 and $249,900 or $87/sf to $99/sf.

TWO MLS CHARTS OF ALL HOME SALES SINCE 2004

The Chart below shows all home sales since 2004. The median sales price is still down -2.2% since the high in 2009. There was only 1 2010 sale in MLS for $229,900. Again, this chart’s is greatly weighed upward based on this one (1) 2011 sale of $235,000.

NOTE: Based on information from the Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®\MLS for the period of January 1, 2004 to May 9, 2011. This information was extracted on 5/9/2011. YES, permission was granted by GBRMLS to use Subdivision Price Trends Chart Report!

AUTHOR’S BIO:

Bill Cobb is Greater Baton Rouge’s Home Appraiser frequently called upon by banks, homeowners, and savvy real estate investors to assess property values. A home appraiser with 20 years experience, Bill Cobb brings a wealth of knowledge to the table as a home appraiser.

Bill’s company, Accurate Valuations Group, serves Greater Baton Rouge (East Baton Rouge Parish, West Baton Rouge Parish, Western Livingston Parish and Northern Ascension Parish).

Contact Bill Cobb and Accurate Valuations Home Appraisal Group for your next home appraisal:
Office: 225-293-1500, Cell: 225-953-0638
Fax: 1-866-663-6065
info@accuratevg.com
http://www.accuratevg.com/