Environmental
A Louisiana property seller is required to disclose the existence of a prior termite infestation when:
AThe infestation occurred more than 10 years ago and was treated
BThey have knowledge of a prior termite infestation or damage, especially if it may not have been fully remediated✓ Correct
COnly if the buyer specifically asks
DOnly if active termites are present at the time of sale
Explanation
Known prior termite infestation or damage — especially if not fully remediated — is a material fact that must be disclosed in Louisiana. Given the state's warm, humid climate ideal for termites (including Formosan termites), this is a particularly significant disclosure.
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