Author: Braden Smith | REvitalize Property Solutions

Can You Sell a House When the Mortgage and Other Debt Exceed Its Value?

September 26, 2026

What happens when you owe more on a property than it’s worth? Whether the debt comes from a traditional mortgage, reverse mortgage, HELOC, other liens, or declining property condition, selling may still be possible. Here are the options property owners should understand.

Why Higher Rent Can Still Mean Lower Rental Property Profit in New Orleans

September 12, 2026

By Braden Smith

Rents may have increased, but rising insurance costs and longer vacancies are cutting into landlord profits across the New Orleans area. See what 9,063 closed MLS leases reveal and what rental owners should evaluate before deciding to hold, reprice, or sell.

Underwater on Your Mortgage in Louisiana? What Homeowners Need to Know

August 30, 2026

By Braden Smith

Louisiana homeowners are considerably more likely to be underwater on their mortgages than homeowners across most of the country. According to ATTOM’s second-quarter 2026 U.S. Home Equity & Underwater Report, 10.3% of mortgaged residential properties in Louisiana were seriously underwater, compared with just 3.2% nationally. Louisiana had the second-highest seriously underwater rate in the country. … Continued

3 Tips for Protecting Your Louisiana Real Estate Assets When Going Through a Divorce

May 9, 2026

By Braden Smith

Divorce is never something you plan on, and it’s far from a pleasant experience. But it does happen, and the divorce process is usually complicated and sometimes ugly, especially when it comes to real estate assets. Certainly, you should hope for and work toward the best and most amicable outcome, but you should also prepare … Continued

The Benefits of Selling Your Louisiana House Directly in a Divorce Situation

May 9, 2026

By Braden Smith

Going through a divorce can be an emotionally taxing experience. It can also be financially draining, especially when it comes to dividing assets such as your Louisiana home. In fact, one of the biggest assets that couples have to navigate during a divorce is their shared home. However, selling your house directly in a divorce … Continued

How to Sell a House in Louisiana When There Are Multiple Owners

May 9, 2026

By Braden Smith

Owning a house with other people has a number of marked advantages: the financial burden of bills and repairs can be shared, and the labor of, say, yard work and maintenance is usually spread among multiple owners. But problems can come up when it’s time to sell. While the actual selling process is pretty much … Continued

Selling A House In Joint Names Divorce In Louisiana

May 9, 2026

By Braden Smith

In most divorces, hard feelings between spouses make selling a Louisiana house in joint names divorce difficult, as more often than not, one or both parties want to inflict as much emotional harm on the other person as possible. Unfortunately, the couple’s shared finances often take the brunt of this ax-grinding. When selling a house … Continued

Tax Implications of Selling Your Home in Louisiana

May 9, 2026

By Braden Smith

If you’re selling your home, you likely just want to get it over with and get started on the new chapter in your life in your new home. But hold on – you may have to deal with the tax man. If you made a profit on the sale of your home, you may to … Continued

Here’s What to Do in New Orleans If You’re Upside-Down on Your Mortgage

May 20, 2025

By Braden Smith

Owe more than your house is worth in New Orleans? Learn four practical options for moving forward when you're upside-down on your mortgage.

Tired of Being a Landlord in New Orleans? Here’s What You Can Do

May 6, 2025

By Braden Smith

Tired of being a landlord in New Orleans? You’re not alone. From tenant headaches to non-stop maintenance, many property owners are looking for a clean exit and a chance to breathe again.

4 Hidden Expenses When Inheriting A Property in New Orleans

April 17, 2025

By Braden Smith

Uncover the hidden expenses of inheriting a property in New Orleans—from taxes and utility bills to repairs, legal costs, and code violations.

Sell a Vacant Property in New Orleans—Don’t Wait for Code Violations

April 11, 2025

By Braden Smith

Owning vacant property in New Orleans can lead to fines, damage, and legal trouble. Learn how to sell a vacant property fast—no repairs or cleanup needed.

Sell a Vacant Lot Fast in Greater New Orleans—Without Ever Visiting It

April 3, 2025

By Braden Smith

Need to sell a vacant lot fast in Greater New Orleans? Skip the cleanup, visits, and agents. Get a no-pressure cash offer based on your parcel info.

Think You Can’t Sell Rental Property with Tenants in New Orleans? Think Again

March 25, 2025

By Braden Smith

Think you can’t sell rental property with tenants in New Orleans? You’re not alone—many landlords believe they must wait until the unit is empty, deal with evictions, or make repairs before listing. But here’s the truth: you can sell rental property with tenants in New Orleans without the stress, the delays, or disrupting your current … Continued

Can I Sell My House in Foreclosure in the Greater New Orleans Area?

March 21, 2025

By Braden Smith

Are you in foreclosure with your New Orleans house and wondering "Can I sell my house in foreclosure?" This article walks through your options.