What is Title Insurance? A title insurance policy is an insured statement of the condition of title, or ownership, of real property. Prior to the issuance of a policy, a title report or commitment is prepared after a search of records, maps and documents affecting the parcel in question. The…

Information We Need in Advance Congratulations on successfully negotiating your real estate transaction. In order to complete the process, we will need the following information to prepare for your closing: For the Buyer: Send a copy of an executed contract to your lender and to us. You may fax it…

Q: What is the Homestead Exemption? A: The homestead exemption is a tax exemption on the first $75,000 of the value of a person’s home. This exemption applies to all homeowners. The value of your home is exempt up to $75,000 from state and parish property taxes. Q: How do…

PURPOSE: Defer payment of capital gains taxes. PROPERTY THAT CAN BE EXCHANGED: Real property or personal property such as aircraft, vessels, equipment, or art. LIKE KIND REQUIREMENT: Properties must be like kind. For example, real estate for real estate or aircraft for aircraft. INVESTMENT REQUIREMENT: Properties must be held for…