Scott Bardwell of the Home Builders Association joins the show to break down Baton Rouge’s housing market. From rate buy-downs helping first-time buyers to middle-market sluggishness, the theme is clear: uncertainty. Inflation fears, ICE raids, and tariffs are shaking labor and material costs, while consumer confidence remains low. Buyers are remodeling instead of relocating, and new construction—with energy-efficient upgrades and smaller lots—is outpacing interest in older homes. Baton Rouge’s steady growth and permit activity keep it resilient, but lifestyle shifts and pricing mismatches are reshaping demand. It’s a candid look at what’s building—and what’s stalling—in the Capital Region’s housing scene.
Baton Rouge Police Chief TJ Morse is speaking out about the department’s deepening financial and staffing challenges as the Metro… Read More