Braden Smith, a local real estate investor and broker, and Stephen Keighery, owner of a major wholesale company, bring rich insights into the Greater New Orleans market as of August 2024. They discuss the shift towards a buyer's market and changing buyer behaviors due to rising mortgage rates. Strategies for navigating these challenges, including focusing on rental properties and understanding insurance complexities, are highlighted. The conversation also touches on property tax reassessments and the need for local expertise in this unique real estate landscape.