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A mentor and a mid-century house: The story behind one boomerang’s return
John Musso returned to Baton Rouge in 2023 after a successful Manhattan real estate career, drawn by a mid-century modern home in Jefferson Bocage. He became mentored by 93-year-old Betty Phelps, who encouraged him to earn a Louisiana real estate license and join her firm Coldwell Banker One. The story highlights Baton Rouge's challenge in retaining young professionals through personal connections and quality of life.
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