Real Estate Information Archive

As 2009 winds down, Sandy Ogburn Sandlin and her team are busily selling the merits of living in the Greater Baton Rouge area and in the process, selling houses. At the moment, according to Realtor.com, there are 8,201 home for sale in Baton Rouge, Lousiana.  That breaks down to 3,321 in East Baton Rouge Parish, 1,528 in Ascension, 2,317 in Livingston Parish,and and 150-250 in East Feliciana Iberville, West Baton Rouge, and West Feliciana. 

Greater Baton Rouge offers a lot of home for the money.  The cities and specific neighborhoods where home are available each have their own unique flavor.  Sandy’s Team are specialists in helping you find the place in a neigborhood that not only fits your pocketbook but your lifestyle as well.  Whether you want a home near work or want a more rural property, Sandy will find it for you.

If you want to see examples of the home in a specific area or if you want to get an idea of exactly what your home-buying dollars will get you, Sandy will deliver a list of homes that meet your requirements right to your inbox.  To get this handy service started, just enter your preference and your contact information right here.  Sandy’s Team is always available to answer any questions you might have about the neighborhod, the home itself, or how to get started with buying a home. 

With the home buyers tax credit in full force, Sandy can help you claim the credit as a first time buyer or a move-up buyer!

As part of the Midwest celebrated Christmas or its aftermath with snow, Ascension Parish and the surrounding area was pelted with so much rain that some roads remain flooded today.  With the kids out of school, holiday gifts to exchange, and homes to buy, no one wants to be inconvenienced or endangered when out on the road.

Here are some timely tips for driving in wet weather issued by Ascension Parish in mid-December.

First, check for updates on the Ascension Parish website or local TV or radio stations on the status of local roads.  If your destination is the midst of a flooded area, think about rescheduling or at least call ahead to make sure the place is open.

Second, plan ahead and allow for more travel time.  You might have to detour or drive more slowly. 

Third, drive slowly, especially if the roads are water-covered.  You will be better able to stop and avoid road hazards and refuse that has blown unto the road.

Fourth, keep ample distance from the car ahead of you!  Follow in their tracks if possible.

Fifth, brake early and gently.  If you pass through water, tap your brakes lightly to dry them out.  Remember not to try to stop quickly with wet brakes.

Sixth, avoid driving through standing water.  If you can’t see the road markings through the water, it’s better to turn down a side street or turn around.  A foot of moving water can lift your car off the road!

Seventh, if you hydroplane, slowly release the gas pedal and steer straight until you regain control rather than braking or turning the wheel suddenly.  Don’t use cruise control

Eighth, turn on your lights if you are using your wipers.  It’s state law and good sense.

Ninth, be extra careful at night. 

A lot of traffic in Ascension these days is due to people who want to take advantage of the home buyer’s tax credit.  Sandy Ogburn-Sandlin and her team at RE/Max Excellent Properties can show you new and resale homes in Ascension Parish as well as neighboring cities in the Baton Rouge market that offer great values for first time buyers and repeat buyers!  It's likely that homes will move quickly with the new incentives in place, so contact Sandy's Team today to jumpstart your housing search!  Drive as quickly as conditions allow to take advantage of the great home values today!