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What Businesses Are Looking for in Lake CharlesCommercial Spaces Going Into 2026

December 19, 2025

Lake Charles has been steadily evolving over the past several years, and as the region moves into 2026, demand for commercial properties is shifting along with it. Companies evaluating new office, industrial, and mixed-use spaces are paying closer attention to how well properties support long-term stability, employee experience, and operational growth. For property owners, this

Louisiana Ranks 25th in the U.S. in Manufacturing & More LNG News

December 12, 2025

According to Census Bureau data, Louisiana ranks 25th in the country for most manufacturing jobs by population size, and the state was the top U.S. state for manufacturing revenue per capita in 2022. Florida, the nation’s third most populous state, ranked in the bottom five for output. This is according to a Census Bureau data

7 Reasons Why Lake Charles Is Becoming a Magnet for Commercial Investors in 2025

November 27, 2025

Lake Charles, Louisiana, has spent the past decade quietly transforming into one of the most strategically attractive commercial real estate markets in the Gulf South. Investors who would have never looked beyond Houston, Baton Rouge, or New Orleans are now turning their attention west toward a city that offers a rare combination of economic resilience,

Tenant Expectations Are Changing: What Class A Offices Need Today

October 30, 2025

Tenant Expectations Are Changing: What Class A Offices Need Today In 2025, Class A office tenants in Lake Charles, Louisiana, demand modern, functional spaces that align with evolving workplace trends. Redd Properties, an independent full-service commercial real estate firm in the Southwest Louisiana MSA, specializes in mid-to-large-scale projects, build-to-suit construction, and brokerage services. With over

Energy and Fried Fish Generate New Businesses and Real Estate Demand

October 9, 2025

Our region’s growing reputation as an energy-centric, powerhouse of an economy just got another boost. AtmosClear BR has selected ExxonMobil to provide carbon transportation and storage services for its biomass energy with carbon capture project at the Port of Greater Baton Rouge. The new facility will generate clean energy from biomass while capturing and storing

Maximizing Returns on Commercial Real Estate Investments in LakeCharles: 2025 Trends

September 25, 2025

Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a thriving hub for commercial real estate investments in 2025, offering opportunities for investors seeking strong returns. Redd Properties, an independent commercial real estate firm in the Southwest Louisiana MSA, specializes in mid-to-large-scale projects, build-to-suit construction, and brokerage services. With over 15 years of experience, we guide clients through the dynamic

5 Amenities Tenants Are Demanding in Modern Office Spaces

August 29, 2025

The office real estate market in 2025 is more competitive than ever, with tenants seeking spaces that go beyond basic functionality. To attract and retain high-quality tenants, property owners must offer amenities that align with modern workplace trends, prioritizing flexibility, wellness, and technology. At Redd Properties, we understand what tenants want and design our office

Southwest Louisiana is Connected to International Energy Markets

June 29, 2025

On the heels of Woodside Energy Group’s $17 billion LNG plant announcement near Lake Charles, Kimmeridge Asset Management has entered into an agreement with Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth manager Mubadala Investment to help create an integrated, “wellhead-to-water” natural gas company. It is an ambitious goal that has eluded other energy industry players. Texas-based SoTex owns

Lake Charles Welcomes Dutch Bros Coffee

June 17, 2025

For Lake Charles locals, if driving near the commercial strip (near the Kroger shopping center with Anytime Fitness, Starbucks, Wing Stop), you will see new construction of a first for the State of Louisiana – our first Dutch Bros Coffee.  Located at 1775 Country Club Road (on the Red River Bank side of the street,

How to Read a Land Survey Before You Regret the Purchase

May 29, 2025

Buying land can be one of the smartest investments you’ll ever make—but only if you know exactly what you’re buying. And that starts with understanding the land survey. A land survey isn’t just a map with boundary lines. It’s a legal document that defines what’s actually yours and what isn’t. Yet far too many buyers