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HELLO FRIENDS.
It is almost Spring. The days will be longer, evenings will feel warmer, and we get to relive the joy of welcoming guests in the outdoors again.
Your home’s exterior sets the tone for every gathering. Think potted plants bursting with color, a welcoming entryway, and lighting that glows at dusk.
Spring is also the season of fresh starts — and there’s no better place to begin than right outside your front door.
Curb appeal is about presence — creating a space that feels cared for, lovely and inviting.
This season, let’s help your home put its best face forward.
THIS MONTH: CURB APPEAL, SPRING, AND 6 REASONS WHY REAL ESTATE IS SUCH A GREAT INVESTMENT!
Homes with strong curb appeal not only attract more attention but also create stronger emotional connections in person.
Something as simple as updated lighting, a pressure-washed driveway or fresh landscaping can dramatically impact buyer perception — and ultimately, price.
But whether you're looking to sell or not, having a beautiful entrance to your home invites you and your guests to experience a calming sense of serenity upon walking up to your front door.
This month I share articles to help you update and refresh this first impression of your home. I also include articles that relate to your home in Spring.
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ON THE REAL ESTATE FRONT
There are many ways to invest your money and one of them is real estate.
Whether as part of your financial portfolio, as your home space or both, real estate remains one of the most sound investments you can make.
So here, let's look at 6 reasons why:
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Tax Incentives - there are various deductions that impact your taxable income
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Tax Write Off - the tax code allows you to write off interest paid on certain types of loans
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Portfolio Diversification - real estate provides an important diversification to your financial portfolio that helps protect you against inflation because no matter what happens in the market, a fixed mortgage payment remains the same
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Increase Your Investment Power - with a relatively small down payment, you can leverage your assets and invest in a commodity that appreciates and that can potentially add to your monthly cash flow
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Investment Properties - if investing in a rental property, you add to your monthly positive cash flow
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Equity and Appreciation - as you pay off your mortgage and your property appreciates in response to the market, you build equity; an asset that becomes part of your net worth
Whenever you feel you'd like to explore this further, just reach out and I'll help you get started.
CURRENT MORTGAGE RATES AS OF MARCH 3:
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30-year Fixed - 6.125-6.4% with no discount points [last month 5.97%]
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30-year Fixed F.H.A. - 5.75% with no discount points [last month 5.54%]
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5-year F.H.A. A.R.M.- 4.99% with no points
MARKET HIGHLIGHTS
Below, please find national real estate housing data and infographics from the National Association of Realtors. Keep reading to view the summary for the Louisiana market and in particular, St. Tammany and Tangipahoa Parishes.
We think you'll be most interested in what is happening here, but it helps to be aware of national market trends.
Please keep in mind that on the national level, data lags one month behind.
National Snapshot for the Month of January:
- Pending Sales - decreased -0.8% month-over-month [while in the regional South they decreased -4.5%]
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Existing Home Sales - decreased by -8.4% - month over month
- Home Prices - increased +0.9% - year over year
Ongoing Challenges:
- Sellers Frozen Into Outgrown Homes Due to Low Interest Rate Lock-In
- Economic Uncertainty
The month of January continued to trend toward a Buyer's Market with 3.7 months of Inventory.
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LOCAL LOUISIANA MARKET SUMMARY: FEBRUARY
Snapshot of Entire MLS, St. Tammany, and Tangipahoa Parish Markets [from InfoSparks]
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Housing Inventory [Now a Buyers Market in Louisiana]
Happy Spring everyone and can hardly wait to see your Curb Appeal!
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Warmly,
THE MELISSA MULLIS
PROPERTY GROUP
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WELCOME HOME TO 3160 GROVE COURT
3160 GROVE COURT, MANDEVILLE LOUISIANA 70448
ACTIVE/ RESIDENTIAL/ MLS #2535901
3 BEDROOMS/ 2 FULL BATHS/ 1 HALF BATH/ 1,984 SQ FT
BUILT 2006 / 0.319 ACRES
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Welcome to 3160 Grove Court nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac street in the heart of Mandeville. This 3-bedroom, 2½-bath home offers a comfortable blend of space, style, and modern convenience within a desirable community setting. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features inviting living areas with tons of natural light. Walk into an open concept with tile floors, freshly painted walls and beautiful brick fireplace. The bright kitchen is a standout, showcasing Samsung black stainless steel appliances, including a refrigerator, double ovens, cooktop with downdraft, wine cooler, microwave, and dishwasher—ideal for the home chef. Huge dining area flanks the kitchen for easy entertaining. Always a crowd favorite is the split floorplan with Primary bedroom being across home for added privacy. Primary bedroom has walk in closet and ensuite bath with separate shower/ tub area, double sinks and a water closet. Located down the same hallway is the 1/2 bath, laundry and 2 car garage. Across the home are the extra 2 bedrooms with Double vanity bathroom. You will enjoy your nice-sized, fully fenced backyard with cover patio and additional uncovered patio perfect for outdoor entertaining, pets, or play. As a Resident of Forest Brook you will experience excellent community amenities, including a pool and playground, all while being conveniently located near shopping, dining, top-rated schools, and easy access to I-12. Community events include a subdivision BBQ in the summer and Cookies with Santa around Christmas time. This home is priced to sell. Come put your personal design touches on this fabulous home.
Call me for your private showing.
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CLIENTS OF THE MONTH
Kevin and Kim Elliott
AND AS ALWAYS, I THANK ALL OF YOU FOR ALWAYS ENTRUSTING ME TO HELP YOU FIND YOUR WAY HOME !!!
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Recurring Weekly Monday to Friday - Happy Hour at Noir Bistrot - click here
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Recurring Weekly on Tuesday - Gentle Yoga: Yin & Restorative Blend - click here
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Recurring Weekly on Thursday, Friday and Saturday - Happy Hour at Odelia - click here
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Recurring Weekly on Sunday - Pups and Pints at Chafunkta Brewing Co - click here
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Recurring Weekly on Sunday - Brunch on the Bayou with Live Jazz - click here
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Recurring Weekly on Sunday, Wednesday - Karaoke at the Green Room - click here
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Recurring Monthly on the 3rd Thursday - Traditional Irish Session at Abita Brew Pub - click here
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Recurring Monthly on the 1st Friday - Abita Brewery Food Truck Roundup - click here
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Recurring Monthly on the last Friday - Poetry & Music Open Mic Night at B Roots Plants and Coffee - click here
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Recurring Monthly on the the 1st Saturday - Trad Jazz with Ben Redwine - click here
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Recurring Monthly on the 3rd Sunday - Concert at Christchurch - click here
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March 7 - Folsom Founder's Day Fest & Car Show - click here
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March 7 - Louisiana Food Truck Festival - click here
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March 7 - LPO Northshore Classics: French Fables and Fantasies - click here
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March 7 - Secret Table Society "The Viking Compass" Mystery Dinner - click here
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March 14 - Covington St. Patrick's Day Parade - click here
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March 14 - Dew Drop Jazz Hall Concert - click here
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March 15, April 12, May 10 - Spring Art Markets - click here
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March 20 - Louisiana Under the Stars - click here
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March 20 - Mandeville Live! Spring Free Friday Concert at Mandeville Trailhead Amphitheater - click here
- March 20 - Saint Joseph Altar - click here
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March 21 - Art House Live - click here
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March 21 - Pancakes with the Easter Bunny - click here
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March 27 - Secret Table Society Mystery Dinner "The Glass Key - click here
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March 27 - St. Tammany Master Gardener's Spring Seminar - click here
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March 28 - Folsom Easter Eggstravaganza - click here
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Abita Springs Art + Farmers' Market - Sundays 11:00 am to 3:00 pm - click here
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Camellia CIty Market - Saturdays 8:00 am to 12:00 pm - click here
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Covington Farmers' Market - Wednesdays 10:00 am to 2:00 pm and Saturdays 8:00 am to 12:00 pm - click here
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Claiborne Place Makers Market - Sundays 10:00 to 2:00 pm - click here
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Farmers' Market at Giddy Up Folsom - Thursdays - click here
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Lacombe Monthly Market - 2nd Saturdays - click here
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Lafitte Street Market - Saturdays - click here
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Mandeville Community Market - Saturdays 9:00 am to 1:00 pm - click here
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Olde Town Slidell Art Market - 2nd Saturdays - click here
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Paddock Farmers Market at Giddy Up - Saturdays - 10:00 am to 2:00 pm - click here
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Pearl River Farmers Market and Craft Show - 1st Saturday - click here
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CURATED CONTENT
SPRING
CURB APPEAL
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MAY I OFFER YOU A HOME VALUATION ANALYSIS?
Since needs change due to job relocations, growing families, downsizing, change in marital or family status and many other reasons, I would be happy to offer you a home valuation so you may see the current value of your home.
If you decide to list, I can also help you prepare it to sell so that you may command the highest possible price.
I am also highly equipped to help you through all aspects of inspections, negotiations, and more.
Just call (985) 629-1705 or email me at MelLovesHomes@gmail.com.
I am taking new client appointments this week!
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RAE MANALE, CLIENT COORDINATOR
Rae Manale, is a New Orleans Native who relocated to the Northshore after Katrina. An LSU Alumna, Rae was Vice President of the LSU Real Estate Association.
She has been in the Real Estate Industry for over 7 years, but she brings new and inspiring ideas to our team, and will efficiently organize all processes to elevate and streamline your experience and make the buying and selling process stress free. Rae also enjoys marketing and has brought our marketing and social media to a whole new level.
Rae enjoys getting involved in her community and most importantly the joys of watching her toddler grow. Family is very important to her, so when she is not working or exercising her body/mind, you can find her spending time with the ones closest to her.
RE/MAX ALLIANCE
5001 HWY 190 SERVICE ROAD, SUITE D6
COVINGTON, LOUISIANA 70433
MelLovesHomes@gmail.com
www.melissamullis.com
C [225] 216-5746
W [985] 674-5628
Each office independently owned and operated
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