Escrow & Title
In Louisiana, which party typically pays the seller's real estate commission and title/attorney fees?
AThe buyer in all cases
BThe seller customarily pays the commission and their own attorney fees; the buyer pays their own attorney/title fees✓ Correct
CThe lender as part of closing costs
DThe commission is always split 50/50 between buyer and seller
Explanation
In Louisiana, customary closing cost allocation has the seller paying the real estate commission and their own attorney/notary fees, while the buyer pays their own attorney/title fees, lender charges, and recording fees for their mortgage.
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