Escrow & Title
In Louisiana, the Act of Sale for a residential transaction is typically prepared by:
AThe real estate broker who listed the property
BA Louisiana civil law notary, often the buyer's or lender's closing attorney acting as notary✓ Correct
CThe LREC upon request
DThe parish clerk of court
Explanation
In Louisiana, the Act of Sale (closing document conveying title) is prepared by a civil law notary — typically an attorney who is also a notary — engaged by the buyer, lender, or both. The notary authenticates the act and is responsible for recording it in the parish conveyance records.
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