The Houk Group - Powered by Place

Are you actually moving forward, or are you just running on a treadmill? 🏃♂️💨

Most of us spend our entire professional lives in Management Time (emails, meetings, messages). It 𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘭𝘴 like work, but it’s often just performative busyness.

Swipe through for a framework to audit your calendar and shift from "busy" to truly productive.

Which color dominates your current calendar? Let us know below! 👇

Friday Momentum! 💥💼

Big congratulations to our incredible team on a massive week of wins!

✨ JUST CLOSED x4: Huge shoutout to Tamera, Dathan, Rob, and Tim for crossing the finish line and officially closing four fantastic deals for their clients.
✨ JUST PENDING (Investment!): Amazing work by Dathan on getting this fully occupied, income-producing investment property under contract!
✨ JUST PENDING (Dual End!): Massive congrats to Rob for putting a spectacular dual-ended deal under contract! Representing both sides and bringing a smooth transaction together takes incredible skill.

In a market where the national news headlines love to push uncertainty and anxiety, the truth is happening right here on the ground: Real estate is moving, and it is ALWAYS a good time to invest in your future.

Want to know what the market actually looks like in our neighborhoods right now? Drop us a DM. Let’s get to work!

We're hosting TWO amazing open houses this weekend for anyone trying to beat the heat ☀️

Whether you're looking for a pool to cool off in all summer long or a covered pergola to relax on, we've got the properties for you.

Want more details? Check out the links below ⬇️
https://www.redsticksold.com/search/louisiana/baton-rouge/country-manor/4110-country-glen-dr-bid-111-2026009819

https://www.redsticksold.com/search/louisiana/baton-rouge/shenandoah-estates/5915-cedar-creek-dr-bid-111-2026009249

Keeping 100% of your commission doesn’t mean much if you’re trading 80% of your life to get it. 🕒

💬 DM us the word LEVERAGE for a completely confidential business audit. Let’s look at your calendar, find out where your time is leaking, and show you exactly what your business looks like when you have a world-class backend supporting you.

😮💨 Are you tired of being a "jack of all trades" but a master of none? Solo agents often spend 80% of their time on administrative tasks and only 20% actually selling. It’s time to flip the script.

Joining our team is a massive upgrade to your business and your bottom line. We’ve spent years perfecting the systems so our dedicated team can handle the little things while you focus on what you do best: closing deals.

Curious? Send us a DM for more information on what it means to be part of our team and part of PLACE! 📥

☔️ Don't let the weekend rain ruin your plans. If you're looking for an excuse to get out of the house and stay completely dry, we’ve got you covered.

Our team is hosting two incredible open houses this weekend, and honestly, what’s better than touring beautiful homes while listening to the rain tap on the roof? Come grab a dry spot, walk through some great spaces, and chat about the market with us.

Kevin and Tamera will be out and ready to introduce you to your new dream home. 🏡

https://www.redsticksold.com/search/louisiana/baton-rouge/country-manor/4110-country-glen-dr-bid-111-2026009819

https://www.redsticksold.com/search/louisiana/baton-rouge/shenandoah-estates/5915-cedar-creek-dr-bid-111-2026009249

Here's a question every experienced agent should ask themselves:

If you took 30 days off tomorrow...

Would your business keep growing?

Or would everything stop?

Most agents have built a successful job.

Very few have built a business.

There's a difference.

The goal isn't just more transactions.
The goal is more freedom.
More leverage.
More wealth.

The agents who win long-term aren't the ones doing everything themselves.

They're the ones who build systems that create consistency regardless of market conditions.

What's ONE thing in your business you'd love to stop doing forever?

Looking for your dream home? We have two incredible, move-in-ready properties open for tours!

📍 5915 Cedar Creek Dr | Baton Rouge
The Vibe: Bright, open floor plan with gorgeous engineered wood floors.
The Kitchen: Updated with sleek quartz countertops.
The Backyard: Built for entertaining! Private fenced yard, pristine swimming pool, and a massive, enclosed covered patio.
Bonus: Comes with a full home generator ⚡ for total peace of mind.

📍 11533 Densmore Dr | Denham Springs
The Vibe: Modern, open-concept with high ceilings and a dedicated computer nook.
The Kitchen: Granite countertops, center island, and a premium, high-end appliance package.
The Perks: Brand-new fenced yard, full gutters, and smart, energy-efficient features that save you 💰
Bonus: Almost brand new and still under New Home Warranty!

Understanding Efforts to Make Housing More Affordable 🏡

Policymakers are working on important reforms to help address our nation’s housing supply challenges. This week, the House is expected to vote on an amended version of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, a bipartisan bill supported by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).

Here are some of the key reforms in the updated legislation that aim to boost housing production and improve affordability:
• Protecting rental housing supply: The bill removes a proposed requirement that would have forced the sale of purpose-built single-family rental homes within seven years. Experts estimated this could have reduced new rental units by 40,000–72,000 per year, making housing less affordable for many families.
• Supporting multifamily construction: It increases and indexes FHA-insured multifamily loan limits, which haven’t been updated in 12 years. This better reflects today’s higher construction costs and should encourage more apartment development.
• Strengthening financing options: Community banks, which provide much of the financing for homebuilding, will get meaningful regulatory relief. This helps ensure more credit is available for residential construction projects.
Additional measures include:
• Reforms to the HOME program for greater flexibility and streamlined reviews
• Pilot programs for innovative “point-access” building designs
• A required database of undeveloped public land to identify opportunities for new housing
• Targeted environmental review exemptions for certain infill projects

These changes focus on reducing barriers, improving access to financing, and increasing the overall supply of attainable homes. The goal is to bring more certainty to the market and help ease pressure on housing costs over time.
It’s a reminder of how targeted policy adjustments can support builders, lenders, and communities working toward more affordable housing options.
What aspects of housing policy do you think matter most for affordability in your area?

🏠 Double Open House Sunday in St. Amant!
Why tour one home when you can tour two? We’ve staggered our start times this Sunday so you can explore both of these incredible St. Amant properties without rushing.

Whether you’re looking for more space, a quiet neighborhood, or that perfect backyard, come see what life in Ascension Parish has to offer!

Why make the move to St. Amant?
📚 Top-rated school district
🌳 Small-town feel with easy city access
🌾 Spacious lots and beautiful local scenery

Have questions or want a private tour instead? Drop a comment below or send a DM! See you this Sunday!