Property Management

In Louisiana, a written lease for a residential property must:

ABe recorded in the parish conveyance records to be enforceable
BContain the essential elements — identity of parties, description of premises, term, and rent amount — to be valid✓ Correct
CBe notarized before a civil law notary
DBe approved by the LREC Property Management Division

Explanation

A valid Louisiana residential lease must contain: identification of the parties, a description of the leased premises, the lease term, and the rent amount. While notarization is not required for leases under three years, these essential elements must be present.

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