Escrow & Title
Title to Louisiana immovable property is transferred by recording the Act of Sale in:
AThe Louisiana Secretary of State's office
BThe conveyance records of the parish where the property is located✓ Correct
CThe LREC's database
DThe federal land records
Explanation
Louisiana uses a parish-based recording system. Acts of Sale must be recorded in the conveyance records of the parish where the property is located to provide constructive notice to third parties.
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