Business Details
10 Years
experience
Your Trusted Real Estate Partner in Metairie, LA
Founded in 2016, CPA Realty has established itself as a trusted partner in the Greater New Orleans Metropolitan Area real estate market. Led by Jessica LeBlanc, a licensed Real Estate Broker and Certified Public Accountant, our team combines financial expertise with deep local market knowledge to serve residential and commercial clients. We specialize in property transactions, financial analysis, and market strategy, leveraging Jessica's dual expertise as a CPA and Certified Financial Forensics professional. Our team includes experienced agents like Greg LeBlanc, Colby Wenck, and Wes Franatovich, who bring diverse skills in negotiation, law, and photography to deliver comprehensive real estate solutions. We maintain active memberships in professional organizations and hold endorsements like the National Association of Realtors' Commitment to Excellence.Our services span property valuation, contract negotiation, market analysis, and property management, supported by strategic partnerships with financing professionals. We prioritize client education, offering guidance on affordability, mortgage pre-qualification, and property optimization. Our marketing approach combines traditional MLS listings with digital platforms and virtual tours to maximize property exposure. We provide tailored advice for sellers on home staging, pricing strategy, and curb appeal enhancement. Our commitment to accessibility and client-centric service continues to drive our growth in Louisiana's competitive real estate market.
Services
Residential Real Estate
Commercial Real Estate
Property Management
Market Analysis
Contract Negotiation
Financial Consulting
Home Staging Advice
Virtual Property Tours
MLS Listing Services
Pre-Approval Guidance
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer CPA-level financial expertise in real estate transactions
- Our team includes agents with legal and financial industry experience
- We provide access to exclusive, non-public property listings
- We maintain National Association of Realtors' Commitment to Excellence endorsement
- Our brokers hold active licenses in multiple states including Louisiana, Colorado, and Pennsylvania
Associations and certifications
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF)
Services
Residential Real Estate
We specialize in residential property transactions including first-time home purchases, investment properties, and luxury homes. Our CPA-licensed brokers provide financial analysis, mortgage guidance, and market strategy to optimize client outcomes. We offer comprehensive support from initial consultation through closing.
Commercial Real Estate
Our commercial real estate services cover office spaces, retail locations, and industrial properties. We provide financial modeling, lease vs. buy analysis, and market valuation for business clients. Our team facilitates transactions with attention to commercial financing requirements and business needs.
Property Management
We offer property management solutions for residential and commercial owners. Services include tenant screening, maintenance coordination, financial reporting, and lease administration. Our approach focuses on maximizing property value while minimizing owner responsibilities through professional oversight and market expertise.
Market Analysis
Our market analysis services determine optimal pricing using comparative market data, neighborhood trends, and property-specific factors. We provide detailed reports on market conditions, school districts, and community amenities to support informed buying and selling decisions for residential and commercial properties.
Contract Negotiation
We specialize in contract negotiation for real estate transactions. Our CPA-licensed brokers handle document preparation, terms negotiation, and contingency management. We focus on protecting client interests while achieving favorable outcomes through strategic communication and financial expertise in purchase agreements and lease contracts.
People
Jessica LeBlanc
Real Estate Broker / CPA
Certified Public Accountant and Real Estate Broker with 20+ years experience. Holds CFF certification and multiple real estate designations. Graduated from University of New Orleans with MBA. Licensed in Louisiana, Colorado, and Pennsylvania.
Greg LeBlanc
Real Estate Agent
Co-owner with 20+ years in family business prior to real estate. Provides consulting advice to diverse clients. Joined CPA Realty in 2016. Licensed in Louisiana. Offers local market expertise and transaction support.
Colby Wenck
Real Estate Agent
Former attorney and certified mediator with 20 years legal experience. Joined CPA Realty in 2021. Applies negotiation skills to real estate transactions. Licensed in Louisiana. Focuses on securing optimal client outcomes through strategic representation.
Wes Franatovich
Real Estate Agent
Louisiana native and LSU graduate with real estate passion. Joined CPA Realty in 2023. Combines photography skills with real estate expertise. Licensed in Louisiana. Provides visual marketing and local market knowledge for property sales.
Bobby Sylve
Real Estate Agent
Finance professional with 30+ years 401(k) plan experience. Joined CPA Realty in 2024. Applies financial background to real estate consulting. Licensed in Louisiana. Offers specialized expertise in property investment analysis and financial structuring.
Questions
What real estate services do you specialize in?
We specialize in residential and commercial real estate transactions, property management, market analysis, and contract negotiation services across Greater New Orleans.
How does your CPA certification benefit clients?
Our broker's CPA certification provides financial expertise in tax implications, mortgage analysis, and financial modeling to optimize real estate transactions for both buyers and sellers.
Do you work with first-time homebuyers?
Yes, we guide first-time buyers through mortgage pre-qualification, affordability analysis, and property selection while leveraging our CPA expertise for financial planning.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Metairie, Kenner, New Orleans (including Lakeview, Downtown, Uptown, Mid City), Westbank, and parishes including St. Charles, St. Tammany, and St. John.
How do you market properties?
We use MLS listings, digital platforms, virtual tours, open houses, and targeted outreach to maximize property exposure while providing professional staging advice for sellers.
What makes your team unique?
Our team combines real estate expertise with legal, financial, and photography skills, offering CPA-level financial analysis and multi-state licensing for comprehensive client solutions.
