Carol Richard - Engel & Völkers

09/22/2026

New season. New possibilities. 🍂

Fall is here, and with it comes that feeling of getting settled, making plans, and looking ahead. If buying or selling is on your radar before the end of the year, now is a great time to start preparing. I'd be happy to help - (985) 774-1159

09/21/2026

🗝 1.76 acres now available on Williams Road in Slidell

If you’ve been thinking about building, this could be a great opportunity to secure a spacious wooded lot in a peaceful setting.

Located near Camp Salmen Nature Park, this 1.76-acre vacant lot offers room to create the home you’ve been dreaming about while still enjoying convenient access to I-12, shopping, and everyday essentials.

Preferred Flood Zone C
Offered at $60,000

If you’d like more information or want to talk through the possibilities, give me a call at 985-640-4259.

09/21/2026

If you’ve ever been curious about Engel & Völkers, thought about getting into real estate, or just wanted to learn more about our shop and culture, Jessica and Kay have a few openings this week to connect. (985) 646-2111

Thinking about getting your real estate license? ❤️

We talk with so many people who are curious about real estate but aren’t sure where to begin.

How do you get licensed? What does it cost? What happens after you pass the exam? And maybe most importantly, how do you choose the right brokerage?

At Engel & Völkers Slidell Mandeville, we’re happy to sit down one-on-one and walk through the process with you. No pressure, no hard sell, just a real conversation about what the business looks like and what you should know before making the leap.

Over the years, we’ve also welcomed many advisors who transferred to us from other brokerages. Those conversations inspired our Brokerage Fit Checklist, built around the questions agents often wish they had asked before choosing where to place their license.

Because the interview should go both ways.

A brokerage should be evaluating whether you’re a good fit, but you should also be asking whether the culture, support, training, leadership, tools, and expectations are the right fit for you.

And sometimes, after talking it through, real estate may not be the right path at all. We think that’s important to say too. Our goal is to help people make an informed decision, not simply add another license to the roster.

If you or someone you know is thinking about getting licensed, reach out. We’d be happy to share the checklist and start with a conversation.

📲 (985) 646-2111

09/21/2026

North of Lake Pontchartrain and along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, life on the water is part of what makes our region so special. Whether you’re searching for a home with a dock, a waterfront getaway, or guidance that extends all the way to yachting, our Engel & Völkers Slidell Mandeville team is here to help you find the lifestyle that fits.

Ready to explore life on the water? Let's chat! (985) 774-1159

09/18/2026

There’s a lot of noise around the housing market right now, but buyers are making decisions based on much more than interest rates alone.

Timing, lifestyle, confidence, affordability, and understanding what’s actually happening in the local market all play a part.

That’s why I believe one of the most valuable things an advisor can offer is perspective. My role is to help clients sort through the headlines, understand their options, and make decisions that feel right for their goals.

This recent Engel & Völkers article takes a closer look at what’s influencing homebuyer behavior in 2026 and why trusted guidance still matters.

Read more here:
https://www.evrealestate.com/en/blog/whats-really-driving-homebuyer-behavior-2026.

If you’ve been thinking about buying and want to better understand what today’s market could mean for you, I’d be happy to talk it through.

Discover how consumer confidence, psychology, and uncertainty are shaping homebuyer behavior in the 2026 real estate market. Learn why real estate advisors who provide trusted guidance, market insight, and strategic clarity are helping clients navigate today’s housing decisions.

09/18/2026

Unique find in Lacombe, and this one truly has room for so many different needs. With two distinct living spaces, 3.13 private acres, a pool, and plenty of room to spread out, it offers a setup that is hard to find!

09/18/2026

CONGRATS to Engel & Völkers Slidell Mandeville Real Estate Brokerage on being the recipient of the East St. Tammany Business Alliance Significant Community Service Award!

09/15/2026

📍200 Ranger Place will be open this Wednesday from 11:30 AM–1:30 PM for Broker Tour, and the public is welcome too.

BROKER TOUR + OPEN HOUSE | WEDNESDAY 🏡

200 Ranger Place will be open this Wednesday from 11:30 AM–1:30 PM for Broker Tour, and the public is welcome too.

Come take a look at this Slidell home and its backyard setup made for enjoying Louisiana living, complete with a pool and plenty of covered outdoor space.

📍 200 Ranger Place, Slidell
Wednesday, September 16 | 11:30 AM–1:30 PM

Listed by Jennifer G. Johnson with our Hometown Team at Engel & Völkers Slidell-Mandeville.

Whether you’re an industry professional touring on Broker Tour or a buyer who’s been waiting to see this one in person, stop by and take a look. ❤️

09/14/2026

Our Engel & Völkers Slidell Mandeville shop is collecting new and gently used books for students through 12th grade.
📚 Board books
📖 Picture books
📕 Chapter books
📓 Books for middle and high school readers

We’ll work to get these books directly into the hands of local students through our schools and community partners, including Friends Closet and our local United Way, so they can reach families where they’re needed most.

Book Drop-Off:
📍 Engel & Völkers Slidell Mandeville | 2010 First Street | Olde Towne Slidell
🕘 Monday–Friday | 9 AM–4 PM