Gumbo of Ballroom means fantastic dancing in Baton Rouge LA and it’s happening this weekend.  People from across Louisiana and the Country to dance in Baton Rouge in the dance sport championship titled Gumbo of Ballroom.  The competition is being sanctioned by Dance USA and is a part of the Governor’s Games, supported by the Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports.  Gumbo of Ballroom will take place this weekend beginning today, Friday June 26th and running through Sunday, June 28th.  For a complete schedule of events visit the Gumbo of Ballroom website at www.GumboofBallroom.org.  The competition is going to be fun to watch so make your way to Baton Rouge and enjoy some spectacular dancing.

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Baton Rouge has been added to another positive list, this time that of the Home Price Forecast.  Baton Rouge is listed as a city which is expected to fare well in the next 12 months as far as real estate values go.  Home prices are not expected to fall in the Baton Rouge area, another positive signal that the city is riding out the recession in a favorable position.  Baton Rouge was recently pointed out in the Brooking’s Institute study as a city that is surviving the recession quite well.  Baton Rouge was not involved in a big real estate boom and therefore is not expected to go through any sort of bust either.

If you are interested in investing in a city that is succeeding consider Baton Rouge.  Contact Glenda Daughety and her Team today, (225) 205-2672, to learn more about Baton Rouge and the opportunities that exist there.

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Kirklands, a retail furniture store, recently opened a new store in Lafayette LA at the Acadiana Square Shopping Center as part of their overall real estate plan where they like to be accessible to potential shoppers and are locating themselves in open-air shopping centers as opposed to inside malls.  The growth of the company indicates their security, a positive sign in these tough economic times.  The company is planning to open a second store in Baton Rouge LA later this year.  Baton Rouge has great shopping and a new store will only add more to the mix.

If you would like to learn more about Baton Rouge and the opportunities that exist in the Louisiana city contact Glenda Daughety and her Team today, (225) 205-2672.  Glenda Daughety and her Team have the knowledge and experience you need to get to know Baton Rouge and discover what makes it such a special place.

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A recent study by the Brookings Institute shows the strength of Baton Rouge during these tough economic times.  Continually Baton Rouge surfaces as a top city in terms of resisting the recession and this latest study is no different.  What are the strengths of Baton Rouge?  A recent article at 2theAdvocate.com states “Construction, stable government employment and a volatile but relatively strong energy sector are cited by Brookings researchers for buoying the Louisiana capital’s economy.”  The slogan for Baton Rouge LA  appears to be “things are better here.”  Baton Rouge is riding out the recession with relatively low unemployment and job stability.

If you are interested in living in a city that is succeeding in such tough times consider Baton Rouge.  If you would like to learn more about Baton Rouge and the real estate opportunities that exist there contact Glenda Daughety and her Team today, (225) 205-2672.  Glenda Daughety and her Team can educate you on Baton Rouge an all that it has to offer.

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Michelle Copeland

Michelle Copeland, a realtor with The Glenda Daughety Team at RE/MAX First, has recently been awarded the National Association of REALTORS’ (NAR’s) Green Designation, the only green real estate professional designation recognized by NAR.  To achieve this prestigious designation Michelle completed 18 hours of course work designed specifically for REALTORS.  The Green Designation is seen as an important credit in today’s environment.  “As energy costs rise along with concern for the environment, homeowners are looking for innovative ways to save money and live responsibly,” said Dick Gaylord, NAR’s immediate past president.  As an NAR Green Designee, Michelle has gained the knowledge and the tools necessary to become a trusted green resource for Baton Rouge.

If you are looking for a home in Baton Rouge that meets or beats green standards contact the Glenda Daughety Team today, (225) 205-2672.  Michelle Copeland offers the knowledge and experience that is hard to beat and can make your Baton Rouge Real Estate transaction a huge success.

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Glenda Daughety

Glenda Daughety is a Realtor with RE/MAX First and the Team Leader of The Glenda Daughety Team.  What makes Glenda Daughety such a great Realtor is her commitment to the real estate industry, she is continually in search of education, trends and new experiences, striving to use her new knowledge in the Baton Rouge Real Estate market.  Glenda Daughety recently attended Howard Brinton’s Star Power Real Estate Success Summit in Boca Raton, Florida.  The program focused on the challenges Realtors face in today’s economic market.  The topics Glenda covered were expertly working with home buyers to be knowledgeable of the new Federal Tax Credit, shifting focus from renting to buying, and the need for powerful negotiating strategies.  Glenda and her Team recognize the new trends and are constantly working to “Raise the Bar!”

If you are looking for a realtor who is at the top of her game, look no further.  Glenda Daughety offers the best in knowledge and experience and can make your Baton Rouge Real Estate transaction a huge success.

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Baton Rouge LA may provide the venue for a big music festival next year over Memorial Day Weekend.  The festival would be held at Tiger Stadium and would headline some of the biggest acts in country music to Baton Rouge.  The music festival is still in its planning stages, it is intended to be called the Bayou Country Superfest.  The music festival would bring millions of dollars in revenue to Baton Rouge.  The hope is that the Bayou Country Superfest will be a great success and become and annual event, bringing people from around the country much like other well-known music festivals do.

If you are interested in learning more about Baton Rouge and the possibility of investing in Baton Rouge real estate contact Glenda Daughety and her Team today.  Glenda Daughety and her Team have access to all available real estate listings in Baton Rouge LA and can help educate you on all that the area has to offer.

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New restaurants are opening in Downtown Baton Rouge, offering residents and visitors alike more dining options.  Wags on the Levee and Stroubes are two new restaurants in Baton Rouge which have braved the economy and opened their doors.  A recent article at WAFB.com quoted Stroubes’ manager as saying “We see nothing but potential and that made us open up this one.  People asked, ‘Why did you open up another one?’ If we didn’t do it somebody else would, so might as well get the market while we can.”  Clearly a need is seen for dining options in Baton Rouge and people are taking advantage of the opportunities at hand.  Baton Rouge appears to be weathering the storm better than most areas and now people there have more choices when it comes to food too.

If you are interested in learning more about Baton Rouge LA contact Glenda Daughety and her Team today.  Glenda Daughety and her Team have the knowledge and experience you need to learn more about Baton Rouge and all the opportunities that exist there.

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100 years in business is reason enough for any company to celebrate and that is the mark that Exxon Mobil has reached this year, 100 years of business in Baton Rouge LA.    Celebrations will take place throughout the year commemorating its centennial anniversary.  Some of these celebrations will be private and some will be public but no matter how the celebrations occur everyone in Baton Rouge can be proud of a business that has been able to succeed for such a long stretch in such a great city.  According to a recent article at 2theAdvocate.com, the Baton Rouge company has “undergone several name changes. It opened in Baton Rouge in 1909 as Standard Oil of Louisiana and then became Standard Oil Co. of New Jersey. Since then, the company also has been known as Esso Standard Oil Co., Humble Oil and Refinery, Enjay Chemical  and Exxon.”  ExxonMobil employs a number of full-time and contract employees in the area and is quite an anchor in Baton Rouge business.

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1646 Belmont Avenue, Baton Rouge LA

1646 Belmont Avenue in Baton Rouge is a fabulous 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home located in Hundred Oaks.  The location can’t be beat, putting you close to LSU, City Park, University Lakes and Downtown Baton Rouge.  The house has a detached Guest House/Office with a bedroom and full bath. This Baton Rouge home has a large living room has cathedral ceilings.  The kitchen is open and has everything you need to create a nice meal, accented by a breakfast room which overlooks the back yard.  The exterior of the home has a beautifully landscaped yard complete with a fish pond.  A wonderful master suite and lots of closet space top of this great home.

If you would like to look at this home or any other real estate in Baton Rouge contact Glenda Daughety and her Team today, (225) 205-2672.  Glenda Daughety and her Team have access to all listing currently for sale in Baton Rouge LA and can help you find exactly what you are looking for.

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