Tammy Szekacs, Realtor

06/17/2026

Congratulations to my seller! We got it sold! This great piece of property turned out to be the beginning of something wonderful for the buyer. Wishing the buyer the best of luck for the future they build together in this little piece of heaven.

And thank you to my dear friend who gave me the wonderful referral!

Thinking of buying or selling? Give me a shout! I'll be happy to help!

06/15/2026

How to Make Your Home Look Move-In Ready
Most sellers focus on price, but buyers are making a different calculation when they walk through your door. They're asking whether the home feels like somewhere they could actually live. That answer forms fast, often before they've made it past the entryway. So the question worth asking before you list...

Most sellers focus on price, but buyers are making a different calculation when they walk through your door. They're asking whether the home feels like somewhere they could actually live. That answer forms fast, often before they've made it past the entryway. So the question worth asking before...

06/13/2026

How to Maintain Decks and Patios for Long-Term Use
Your outdoor living space is worth protecting. Whether you have a wood deck, a composite platform, or a poured concrete patio, neglect tends to compound quickly. A small crack ignored now can become a serious repair bill later. The good news? Most of what keeps these spaces in good shape is straightforward...

Your outdoor living space is worth protecting. Whether you have a wood deck, a composite platform, or a poured concrete patio, neglect tends to compound quickly. A small crack ignored now can become a serious repair bill later. The good news? Most of what keeps these spaces in good shape is...

06/12/2026

Just Listed! Do not miss this new listing at 2709 Ridge Lake Drive, Shreveport.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 2709 Ridge Lake Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109, 2105 square foot, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, asking price of $209,500, MLS ID 21296864

06/12/2026

Questions Buyers Should Ask About Utility Costs
Before you fall in love with a home, it's worth asking a question that often gets overlooked: What does it actually cost to live here? The purchase price is just the beginning. Monthly utility bills can vary wildly from one property to the next, and they can significantly affect how comfortable that...

Before you fall in love with a home, it's worth asking a question that often gets overlooked: What does it actually cost to live here? The purchase price is just the beginning. Monthly utility bills can vary wildly from one property to the next, and they can significantly affect how comfortable...

06/08/2026

How to Evaluate Offers Beyond the Purchase Price
The number at the top gets your attention. It always does. But sellers who anchor to the purchase price and stop there often find themselves caught off guard when a deal starts to wobble — or falls apart entirely — weeks after they thought they'd made the right call.
Here's the thing: A high offer...

The number at the top gets your attention. It always does. But sellers who anchor to the purchase price and stop there often find themselves caught off guard when a deal starts to wobble — or falls apart entirely — weeks after they thought they'd made the right call. Here's the thing: A...

06/06/2026

Outdoor Shade Ideas for Comfortable Summer Living
Most backyards have a window — maybe an hour, maybe two — where they're genuinely pleasant to be in. After that, the sun takes over, and everyone retreats inside. If that sounds familiar, the fix probably isn't a bigger fan.
Use What's Already There First
Before you buy anything, walk the yard...

Most backyards have a window — maybe an hour, maybe two — where they're genuinely pleasant to be in. After that, the sun takes over, and everyone retreats inside. If that sounds familiar, the fix probably isn't a bigger fan. Use What's Already There First Before you buy anything, walk the...

06/04/2026

How to Decide Between a Starter Home and a Forever Home
Starter home or forever home? Here's the thing — most buyers approach this question backward. They start by browsing listings and then try to figure out what they're actually looking for. But the starter-versus-forever decision really needs to come first, because it shapes everything: your budget,...

Starter home or forever home? Here's the thing — most buyers approach this question backward. They start by browsing listings and then try to figure out what they're actually looking for. But the starter-versus-forever decision really needs to come first, because it shapes everything: your...

06/04/2026

New Price! Take a look at the new price for 117 E College Street, Shreveport.

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 117 E College Street, Shreveport, LA 71104, 1250 square foot, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, asking price of $52,000, MLS ID 21164878

06/03/2026

Stop by Sunday, June 7th from 2:00 to 4:00 PM to see 2428 Tilman Circle Bossier City, LA 71111 for an open house!

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 2428 Tilman Circle, Bossier City, LA 71111, 2576 square foot, 4 bedrooms, 3 full & 1 partial bathrooms, asking price of $349,900, MLS ID 21235444