In this episode of Queer Louisiana, hosts Leyla Hekmatdoost and Ruby Porter sit down with realtor Lindsay Keen to explore the unique challenges and opportunities facing LGBTQ+ individuals in the housing market. Lindsay shares her journey from veterinary medicine to real estate, discussing the importance of homeownership as a path to financial stability and community empowerment. The conversation highlights systemic barriers, such as discrimination and financial hurdles, that disproportionately affect queer and BIPOC homebuyers. Lindsay also offers practical advice for aspiring homeowners, from tax tips for service workers to navigating mortgage approval processes. The episode provides a hopeful look at inclusive real estate networks and the power of owning property as a form of self-determination for the LGBTQ+ community.