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Louisiana Property and Real Estate Laws
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Home is where the heart is. And there are specific Bayou State laws that apply to our homes and our land. For instance, while there are certain protections to help you keep your homestead in case you go bankrupt, there are also laws that might allow a trespasser to gain legal title to your land. And if you’re either a landlord or a tenant, a multitude of statutes apply to your situation. The links below provide Louisiana-specific laws on property and real estate topics — including homestead protections, the landlord-tenant relationship, and how property ownership can be gained through a process called adverse possession.
Learn About Louisiana Property and Real Estate Laws
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Louisiana Homestead Laws
Louisiana’s homestead laws allow homeowners to designate a portion of their property as a “homestead,” protecting the property from creditors during a bankruptcy.
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Louisiana Adverse Possession Laws
Adverse possession is an old legal doctrine that allows an individual to possess or gain ownership over the land of another person or entity if certain criteria are met.
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Louisiana Leases and Rental Agreements Laws
Louisiana has a broad range of laws on the books that protect the rights of landlords and tenants alike. Learn more about the rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants.
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Louisiana Civil Statute of Limitations Laws
Louisiana law sets out various time limits for when you can file a lawsuit over a number of different types of injuries, including libel, malpractice, and standard injury suits.
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