Luke & Candice Calamari, Latter & Blum

Buying a Home? Talk to the Neighbors First
You can't pick your neighbors, but you can pick their brains before buying a house! It's wise to talk to those living in your desired neighborhood before putting in an offer on a home. Without being intrusive, a casual conversation can be eye-opening. If you're interested in gaining first-hand insight...

Buying a Home? Talk to the Neighbors First You can't pick your neighbors, but you can pick their brains before buying a house! It's wise to talk to those living in your desired neighborhood before putting in an offer on a home. Without being intrusive, a casual conversation can be eye-opening. If you're interested in gaining first-hand...

Every game day is a big event when the Tigers are playing, but there's also a lot more to see and do on game day than just football. Plan your next game day adventure with our latest blog.

Exploring LSU: Campus Tours and Game Day Activities | Latter & Blum

NOLA's history is best explored on foot with a knowledgeable guide. Learn about the city on these historic walking tours.

Historic Walking Tours: Discovering the Rich History of New Orleans | Latter & Blum

Should You Retire in Place or Move?
Retirement brings an unimaginable sense of freedom. You're no longer tied to school districts, commuter schedules, or alarm clocks. When you release longstanding duties and commitments, you can change your lifestyle and even your location. You can move to a new neighborhood, a new city, or even a new...

Should You Retire in Place or Move? Retirement brings an unimaginable sense of freedom. You're no longer tied to school districts, commuter schedules, or alarm clocks. When you release longstanding duties and commitments, you can change your lifestyle and even your location. You can move to a new neighborhood, a new city, or even...

How to Keep Your Home Safe for Pets
Ensuring a safe environment for your pets at home is essential for their well-being and your peace of mind. Pets, like children, are naturally curious and can often find themselves in dangerous situations if certain precautions aren't taken. By making your home pet-friendly, you can prevent accidents...

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Everything to Know About Earnest Money Deposits
Many first-time buyers don't know the full financial obligation of buying a house before beginning the process. With so much emphasis placed on saving for a down payment, it's easy to lose sight of the other aspects of the transaction and their financial impact. This includes the earnest money deposit....

Everything to Know About Earnest Money Deposits Many first-time buyers don't know the full financial obligation of buying a house before beginning the process. With so much emphasis placed on saving for a down payment, it's easy to lose sight of the other aspects of the transaction and their financial impact. This includes the earnest money...

Enjoying the Principal's Honor Roll breakfast with my son! So proud of his accomplishments and all his hard work. 🎉

You might think of spring as the time to make changes, but late summer also works well! Read our late summer landscaping ideas you'll want to try before the season is over on our blog.

Top Landscaping Tips for Lafayette Homes: Late Summer Edition | Latter & Blum

Revitalizing your home's interior doesn't have to be a daunting or expensive task. Get started with these tips!

Spruce Up Your Home: Easy Changes That Make a Big Impact | Latter & Blum

Just Listed! Do not miss this new listing at 106 KEMPSEY Court , Slidell.

106 KEMPSEY Court , Slidell, LA 70458 | MLS ID 2461651 - Latter & Blum | Compass Photos, maps, description of Property For Rent at 106 KEMPSEY Court , Slidell, LA 70458, asking price of $1,500 / Monthly

Closing Costs That Can Cut Into Your Budget
When it comes to selling your home, it's natural to focus on the potential profits of the sale rather than the costs associated with the process. While selling your home can be a profitable experience, there are many expenditures throughout the process that can cut into your budget.
Closing costs are...

Closing Costs That Can Cut Into Your Budget When it comes to selling your home, it's natural to focus on the potential profits of the sale rather than the costs associated with the process. While selling your home can be a profitable experience, there are many expenditures throughout the process that can cut into your budget. Closing...

Preparing Your Home for a Natural Disaster
Natural disasters can strike without warning, and their effects can be devastating. Whether you're facing hurricanes, wildfires, earthquakes, or floods, being prepared can make all the difference in how you and your home weather these events. In the United States, where the landscape and climate vary...

Preparing Your Home for a Natural Disaster Natural disasters can strike without warning, and their effects can be devastating. Whether you're facing hurricanes, wildfires, earthquakes, or floods, being prepared can make all the difference in how you and your home weather these events. In the United States, where the landscape and...

Do You Have What it Takes to Tackle a Fixer-Upper?
If you have what it takes to tackle a fixer-upper, you may be able to customize your home and save some money on the purchase price. But choosing between a move-in ready home and a fixer-upper is about more than just the purchase price. The cost of renovations, the time you have available to tackle DIY...

Do You Have What it Takes to Tackle a Fixer-Upper? If you have what it takes to tackle a fixer-upper, you may be able to customize your home and save some money on the purchase price. But choosing between a move-in ready home and a fixer-upper is about more than just the purchase price. The cost of renovations, the time you have available to...

Baton Rouge's legendary culinary scene is a mix of time-honored traditional dishes and contemporary twists. Stop by these local restaurants.

A Foodie's Guide to Baton Rouge: Must-Try Restaurants and Dishes | Latter & Blum

405 CHARLES Court, Slidell, LA 70458 | MLS ID 2460016 - Latter & Blum | Compass OFFICIAL LISTING website. 405 CHARLES Court, Slidell, LA 70458, 2273 square foot, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, asking price of $390,000, MLS ID 2460016

The French Quarter is the heart of this historic city, attracting residents and visitors to its shops, jazz clubs, restaurants, and more. Explore the area with our blog.

Exploring the French Quarter: Must-See Sights and Hidden Gems | Latter & Blum

Stop by Saturday, August 24th from 1:00 to 3:00 PM to see 405 CHARLES Court Slidell, LA 70458 for an open house!

405 CHARLES Court, Slidell, LA 70458 | MLS ID 2460016 - Latter & Blum | Compass OFFICIAL LISTING website. 405 CHARLES Court, Slidell, LA 70458, 2273 square foot, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, asking price of $390,000, MLS ID 2460016

Understanding Home Equity and How to Use It
Home equity is a valuable financial resource that homeowners can leverage to meet various financial goals. It represents the difference between the current market value of your home and the outstanding balance on your mortgage. As you pay down your mortgage or your home's value increases, your equity...

Understanding Home Equity and How to Use It Home equity is a valuable financial resource that homeowners can leverage to meet various financial goals. It represents the difference between the current market value of your home and the outstanding balance on your mortgage. As you pay down your mortgage or your home's value increases, your...

All set up and ready for the next adventure! We got our girl moved into her dorm room and couldn't be more excited for what's ahead. It was definitely a bittersweet moment for us. Prayers for all those going off to college both parents and students. 💕

Dirty Deeds: Landscaping Tips to Sell Your Home
The landscaping around your home is the first thing prospective homebuyers see when they pull up in the driveway. That first impression creates a lasting one, and it's worth investing the time and effort to ensure your grass, trees, flowers, and shrubbery look their best. As you prepare your home for...

Dirty Deeds: Landscaping Tips to Sell Your Home The landscaping around your home is the first thing prospective homebuyers see when they pull up in the driveway. That first impression creates a lasting one, and it's worth investing the time and effort to ensure your grass, trees, flowers, and shrubbery look their best. As you prepare your...

Did You Budget for Closing Costs?
Buying a house requires a significant financial investment — one in which many prospective buyers aren't fully aware of. The two elements that receive the most focus are the mortgage calculations and the down payment. Although it's wise to determine how much home you can afford before you begin your...

Did You Budget for Closing Costs? Buying a house requires a significant financial investment — one in which many prospective buyers aren't fully aware of. The two elements that receive the most focus are the mortgage calculations and the down payment. Although it's wise to determine how much home you can afford before you...

There are tons of great activities that you can enjoy near Lafayette anytime, as well as some family-friendly special events that are well worth circling on your calendar. Enjoy these activities and events this August!

Family-Friendly Activities in Lafayette This August | Latter Blum

**PROPERTY TAXES**
Think your assessment might be too high? We may be able to help. Give us a call today to discuss how we can assist you.

**PROPERTY TAXES**

St. Tammany Homeowners: Time to Review Your Property Tax Assessments!

Think your assessment might be too high? We may be able to help. Give us a call today to discuss how we can assist you.

New Orleans has many boutiques, markets, and antique shops that carry unique collections you won't find elsewhere. Check out these local shops featured on our latest blog!

Shopping in New Orleans: Unique Boutiques, Markets, and Antique Shops | Latter & Blum

A Closing Checklist for Home Sellers
There are many steps involved in selling your home, and the final one — closing — is one of the most important. This is when you legally transfer ownership of your home to the buyer.
The home-selling process can sometimes feel overwhelming, so we recommend creating and using checklists for each...

A Closing Checklist for Home Sellers There are many steps involved in selling your home, and the final one — closing — is one of the most important. This is when you legally transfer ownership of your home to the buyer. The home-selling process can sometimes feel overwhelming, so we recommend creating and using checklists...

Creative Ways to Optimize the Extra Space in Your Home
Optimizing the extra space in your home can not only enhance its functionality and aesthetics but also improve your quality of life. Whether you have a spare room, an unused corner, or even an underutilized area under the stairs, there are numerous creative ways to make the most of these spaces.1. Multi-Functional...

Creative Ways to Optimize the Extra Space in Your Home Optimizing the extra space in your home can not only enhance its functionality and aesthetics but also improve your quality of life. Whether you have a spare room, an unused corner, or even an underutilized area under the stairs, there are numerous creative ways to make the most of these...

**PROPERTY TAXES**

St. Tammany Homeowners: Time to Review Your Property Tax Assessments!

Think your assessment might be too high? We may be able to help. Give us a call today to discuss how we can assist you.