March 26 at 8:30am — 3:30pm
Join us for a combination of our popular Buy Right + Renovate Right Seminar and gain the knowledge to successfully purchase and renovate a historic New Orleans home. This comprehensive class covers evaluating properties, planning renovations, working with contractors and architects, financing options, and best practices in historic preservation. Learn about hazard mitigation, building systems, and the essential steps for a successful renovation. Your ticket includes coffee and pastries during sign-in. Don’t miss this opportunity to navigate your renovation journey with confidence!
8 a.m. Sign-in and registration
8:30 – 10 a.m. Permitting with Eleanor Burke and Tammie Jackson
- 8:30 – 9:15 a.m. HDLC: Is this property right for you? This session provides information on permits, historic districts, variances, and appeals.
- 9:15 – 10 a.m. Safety and Permits: When do you need a permit or to update your existing permit?
10 – 11 a.m. How to purchase a historic home with Katie Witry – Finding a bargain, evaluating a property for purchase, understanding an inspection report, and avoiding pricey pitfalls.
11 – 11:30 a.m. Financing your project for success – Qualifying for a loan, securing insurance, closing timeline, costs/fees, acceptable repairs, approving funds and dispersing money.
11:30 – 12:30 p.m. Break for Lunch
12:30 – 1:15 p.m. When do you need an architect with Alec Adamick – Building design and determining when you need an architect and structural engineer
1:15 – 1:45 p.m. Securing and understanding homeowner’s insurance with Liz Van Dervort – Premiums and benefits, flood zones and flood insurance.
1:45 – 2:15 p.m. Securing the building envelope with Mike Murphy – Learn the basics of heat loss/gain, air sealing, insulation dos and don’ts, and the most important things to consider for the exterior of your home.
2:15 – 3 p.m. Working with a general contractor & closing out your renovation with Chris Kornman – Final payment to your contractor, what is a punch list, when to have the final walk-through.
3 – 3:30 p.m. Wind Mitigation Surveys and FORTIFIED Roofs with Ashley van der Meulen
Space is limited—advanced registration required.
