Media/News

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

Lake Charles May Be on the Cusp of Explosive Growth

May 28, 2025

In the two+ decades we have worked in the Lake Charles real estate market, we have not seen the market this poised for explosive growth, and the evidence keeps coming in. There are new project announcements, ground breaking events and the phone is ringing on deals we’ve had listed for a while but were dormant.

The Top 5 Questions to Ask Before Buying Land in Louisiana (Redd Properties)

April 24, 2025

Buying land in Louisiana can be a valuable long-term investment, whether you plan to build, farm, orhold the property for future resale. However, there are several important factors to consider beforefinalizing your purchase. Asking the right Is the land located in a flood zone?Much of Louisiana is low-lying and prone to flooding. Before purchasing land,

Top Factors to Consider Before Buying Land in Louisiana

March 27, 2025

Investing in land can be a smart financial move, but purchasing property in Louisiana comes with unique considerations that buyers need to evaluate before making a decision. Whether the goal is residential development, agricultural use, or commercial investment, understanding key factors such as zoning laws, flood risks, infrastructure availability, and market trends can help buyers