Rafael de Castro - Baton Rouge Realtor

10/31/2025

How to Future-Proof Your Home for Changing Needs
Your home is more than just a place to live — it's an investment in comfort, security, and long-term lifestyle. However, as your life evolves, so do your needs. Whether it's accommodating a growing family, preparing for aging in place, or adapting to new technology, future-proofing your home ensures...

Your home is more than just a place to live — it's an investment in comfort, security, and long-term lifestyle. However, as your life evolves, so do your needs. Whether it's accommodating a growing family, preparing for aging in place, or adapting to new technology, future-proofing your home...

10/31/2025

Fall Photography Tips for Capturing Your Home at Its Seasonal Best
When autumn arrives, nature provides a stunning backdrop that can make your home's listing photos truly stand out. The golden hues, crisp air, and warm light of the season can enhance your property's charm and create an inviting first impression for buyers browsing online.
Whether you're taking photos...

When autumn arrives, nature provides a stunning backdrop that can make your home's listing photos truly stand out. The golden hues, crisp air, and warm light of the season can enhance your property's charm and create an inviting first impression for buyers browsing online. Whether you're...

10/31/2025

The Top Questions You Should Ask During a Home Tour
Buying a home is one of life's biggest decisions, and a home tour is your chance to look beyond the surface. While it's easy to get caught up in curb appeal or stylish staging, asking the right questions during your visit can reveal important details about the property's true condition, costs, and suitability...

Buying a home is one of life's biggest decisions, and a home tour is your chance to look beyond the surface. While it's easy to get caught up in curb appeal or stylish staging, asking the right questions during your visit can reveal important details about the property's true condition, costs,...

10/29/2025

The choice between a condo and a house boils down to your lifestyle. Each has its own perks that fit different life stages and personal tastes. Learn more on our latest blog.

10/29/2025

Stop by Sunday, November 2nd from 1:00 to 3:00 PM to see 3126 Laurel Plantation Ave Baton Rouge, LA 70820 for an open house!

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 3126 Laurel Plantation Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70820, 3746 square foot, 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, asking price of $699,000, MLS ID 2025008604

10/28/2025

When you decorate your historic New Orleans home for fall, you don't need to change what makes it unique; you just need to boost the beauty it already has. Add autumn charm to your historic home with these tips.

10/23/2025

Avoiding Nightmares: Halloween Decorating Safety Tips for Homeowners
Halloween is one of the most exciting times of the year for homeowners. It's your chance to transform your property into a haunting spectacle and welcome trick-or-treaters for a night of spooky fun. But while skeletons and spider webs are harmless, some decorating choices can lead to real-life scares...

Halloween is one of the most exciting times of the year for homeowners. It's your chance to transform your property into a haunting spectacle and welcome trick-or-treaters for a night of spooky fun. But while skeletons and spider webs are harmless, some decorating choices can lead to real-life...

10/23/2025

Home Happiness 101: Small Upgrades That Can Make Every Day Feel Better
Home is more than just where you live — it's the backdrop for your daily routines, your moments of rest, and your personal sanctuary. While big renovations can certainly transform a space, lasting comfort and happiness often come from smaller, more thoughtful upgrades. A few intentional improvements...

Home is more than just where you live — it's the backdrop for your daily routines, your moments of rest, and your personal sanctuary. While big renovations can certainly transform a space, lasting comfort and happiness often come from smaller, more thoughtful upgrades. A few intentional...

10/23/2025

Why You Shouldn't Wait Until Spring to Start House Hunting
Since spring is known as the "busy season" in real estate, many buyers feel they need to delay their search until late March. However, starting your house hunt in the fall could actually give you a real advantage. From less competition to more motivated sellers, this season offers benefits that can make...

Since spring is known as the

10/23/2025

Why You Should Still Have an Open House — Even When Offering Private Showings
When selling your home, online listings, virtual tours, and social media promotions are all essential tools — but nothing replaces the power of an in-person open house. While some sellers may hesitate, thinking private showings are enough, open houses continue to play a vital role in attracting serious...

When selling your home, online listings, virtual tours, and social media promotions are all essential tools — but nothing replaces the power of an in-person open house. While some sellers may hesitate, thinking private showings are enough, open houses continue to play a vital role in...

10/23/2025

The Benefits of Selling Before Buying
If you're thinking about moving, one of the biggest decisions you'll face is whether to sell your current home before buying your next one. It's a balancing act that every homeowner must consider carefully, but selling first often gives you the financial and logistical edge you need to move with confidence.
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If you're thinking about moving, one of the biggest decisions you'll face is whether to sell your current home before buying your next one. It's a balancing act that every homeowner must consider carefully, but selling first often gives you the financial and logistical edge you need to move...

10/23/2025

Scouting Homes For Holiday Hosting: Here's What to Look For
For many home buyers, fall isn't just the season of changing leaves and cooler weather — it's also the perfect time to find a home that's ready to welcome loved ones for the holidays. Buying in the fall lets you settle in before the festivities begin. If you enjoy hosting family and friends, you'll...

For many home buyers, fall isn't just the season of changing leaves and cooler weather — it's also the perfect time to find a home that's ready to welcome loved ones for the holidays. Buying in the fall lets you settle in before the festivities begin. If you enjoy hosting family and friends,...