Louisiana Rates: What Buyers & Sellers Must Know in 2025 | RE: Real Estate Podcast

Keywords

real estate, interest rates, home buying, selling strategies, South Louisiana housing market

Summary

In this episode of the RE: Real Estate Podcast, hosts Clint Galliano and Ben Harang discuss the significant impact of interest rates on the housing market, particularly in South Louisiana. They break down how changes in interest rates affect buyers' monthly payments and sellers' strategies. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding monthly payments for both buyers and sellers, and offers practical strategies for navigating the current market conditions.

Takeaways

·         Interest rates can drastically affect monthly payments.

·         Buyers often focus on what they can afford monthly, not the total price.

·         A 2% increase in interest rates can mean hundreds more per month.

·         Sellers need to adjust their expectations in a higher rate market.

·         Creative financing options can help buyers afford homes.

·         Buyers should consider new construction for better insurance rates.

·         Seller concessions can be more beneficial than price cuts.

·         Understanding the local market is crucial for both buyers and sellers.

·         Buyers should be prepared to refinance if rates drop.

·         Communication with real estate agents is key to navigating the market.

Sound bites

"Monthly payment is king."

"A 2% jump changes $376 a month."

"Buy your first house first."

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Interest Rates and Their Impact

10:24 Strategies for Buyers in a High-Rate Market

10:54 Seller Strategies in a Changing Market

Hosts 

Ben Harang, REALTOR® La. 

License #: 36589 

Keller Williams Realty Bayou Partners 

Mobile: 985.859.2500 

Office: 985.262.4400 

ben@benharang.com

benharang.com 

Clint C. Galliano, REALTOR® 

La. License #: 995704723 

Keller Williams Realty Bayou Partners 

Mobile: 985.647.4479 

Office: 985.262.4400 

clint.galliano@kw.com

clintcgallianorealtor.com 

Produced by: 

Clint Galliano 

Music by: 

Wiggins Studios

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