Alice Sample, Realtor

08/24/2026

Finding homes online is easy. Knowing what to look for once you find one? That’s where having an experienced buyer’s agent makes a difference. 🏡

Pelican Realty Advisors

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08/22/2026

🏡 SOLD! ❤️

Some homes just take a little longer to find the right buyer.

This beautiful home held years of memories for my sellers, and yesterday they were able to close this chapter knowing it’s in wonderful new hands. After meeting the buyers at closing, I’d say it was worth the wait. 🏡

So grateful to my sellers for trusting me to help them through this sale. ❤️

08/15/2026

Evaluating Storage Space When Touring Homes
Storage is rarely the first priority for buyers touring a home, and it shouldn't be the first thing they consider. Kitchens and floor plans usually command the most attention, while storage receives far less notice. But a home that looks spacious during a showing can feel cramped once the boxes are unpacked.
Inspect...

Storage often gets overlooked during a home tour. Here's what to check in closets, the kitchen, the garage, and other hidden corners before you make an offer.

08/11/2026

🏡 A little reminder for homeowners:

Your home is an investment… but it’s also where your life happens.

It doesn’t have to be perfectly updated, perfectly decorated, or ready for resale at all times.

Sit on the porch. Use the good dishes. Invite your friends over. Plant something you love. Make the memories.

Take care of your home — but don’t forget to enjoy it, too. ❤️🥰❤️

08/08/2026

Why Commute Times Matter More Than You Think
Commute time is one of those things buyers tend to round down in their heads.
Forty minutes becomes "about half an hour." A route with three bad intersections becomes "not too bad." A home that's farther out starts to feel reasonable after you've seen the kitchen, the yard, or the extra bedroom you...

A commute can seem simple during a home search, but daily routines tell a different story. Here's what buyers may want to test first.

08/06/2026

I’m so grateful to be recognized as one of Pelican Realty Advisors’ Top Agents for July. While I’m proud of reaching some personal goals, I’m even more thankful for the opportunity to help so many families buy and sell their homes.

Thank you to everyone who trusted me to be part of such an important milestone. I’m truly grateful for your support! 🏡✨💙🩵

⭐⭐ WOW WEDNESDAY!! ⭐⭐
We are thrilled to recognize these agents and ALL of our agents for their persistence and diligence over the past month, juggling all the aspects of holding real estate deals together and getting their clients to a successful outcome! And, they did it by using their excellent communication skills and expertise. They are problem solvers and hand holders. Sometimes it takes that little bit of "extra" to make the magic 🦸🏻‍♀‍🦹‍♀️ that happens behind the scenes. ☎️🔫

Congratulations to all of our agents for making the magic happen for their clients!💙💙

If you re interested in speaking to one of our highly qualified and experienced agents, call our office at 318-522-7373 or visit our website at http://www.pelicanra.com.

08/05/2026

✨ Rare opportunity to build your dream home on 2.21 acres! No HOA dues, outside city limits, and road frontage on two streets. Don’t miss this one! 🏡


Pelican Realty Advisors

08/01/2026

How to Balance Location, Layout, and Long-Term Needs
Almost every home search eventually hits the same wall. You find a layout you love in a neighborhood you're not totally sold on, or the location is right, but the floor plan needs more work than you expected when you walked in.
There's rarely a house-hunting scenario where all three of these line up...

Location, layout, and long-term needs rarely point in the same direction when you're house hunting. Here's how to weigh those tradeoffs before you make an offer.