Flood Preparation and Response

LOUISIANA REALTORS • June 7, 2019

With the heavy rainfall and flooding being a struggle in Louisiana, knowing how to prepare and respond is essential. As we’ve seen, just because a particular area hasn’t historically been high-risk for flooding, it does not mean it isn’t possible. We may not have the power to control weather related conditions, but we can certainly take steps to ensure our safety, the safety of others, and minimize damage to our homes.

These are few tips for Flood PreparATION and Response

Preparing for Flooding in Advance

·        Prepare an emergency kit of supplies

·        Create a household evacuation plan

·        Be familiar with any city or parish response plans

·        Elevate and/or reinforce your home to make damage less likely

During a Flood Watch (this means that flooding in the area is possible)

·        Stay tuned-in to your local television or radio stations

·        Bring in or tie down outdoor equipment if possible (i.e. outdoor furniture)

·        Gather emergency food and water

During a Flood Warning (this means that flooding has already occurred)

·        Evacuate if you are told to do so

·        Seek higher ground, but stay off bridges

·        Do not drive, swim, or walk through flooding waters (six inches of water can knock you down and one – two feet of water can carry a car away) Remember these four words that have been said numerous times, but could save your life: TURN AROUND, DON’T DROWN .

*These tips were compiled from weather.gov , fema.gov , ready.gov , cdc.gov , and redcross.org. Visit their websites for more information for how to prepare, respond, and recover from floods.

Consumer Guide Update: Buying Land and Building a New Home

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As previewed last week, NAR is pleased to share the latest consumer guide focused on buying land and building a new home. This guide covers how to find land for sale, explains construction loans, and weighs the pros and cons of building a custom home. As a reminder, all guides in this series are available for download—in both English and Spanish—on facts.realtor . Please allow a few days for the Spanish version of the latest resource to be translated and uploaded. For ease of reference, below is a list of the most recent guides: NEW: Buying Land and Building a New Home Deeds and Titles Alternative Listing Options Navigating Multiple Offers Homeowners Associations Thank you for continuing to engage with the “Consumer Guide” series and for sharing the resources with prospective clients to ensure they have the information they need to find success in their homebuying or selling journey. Remember that these guides are for informational purposes only and are not meant to enact or change any existing NAR policy. Be on the lookout for next week’s guide on Wednesday, which will cover property title theft.
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Consumer Guide Update: Deeds and Titles

By Louisiana REALTORS® • April 11, 2025
As previewed last week, NAR is pleased to share the latest consumer guide focused on deeds and titles. This guide covers the difference between a deed and a title, common types of deeds, and title searches and insurance. As a reminder, all guides in this series are available for download—in both English and Spanish—on facts.realtor . Please allow a few days for the Spanish version of the latest resource to be translated and uploaded. For ease of reference, below is a list of the most recent guides: NEW: Deeds and Titles Alternative Listing Options Navigating Multiple Offers Homeowners Associations Marketing Your Home Thank you for continuing to engage with the “Consumer Guide” series and for sharing the resources with prospective clients to ensure they have the information they need to find success in their homebuying or selling journey. Remember that these guides are for informational purposes only and are not meant to enact or change any existing NAR policy. Be on the lookout for next week’s guide on Wednesday, which will cover buying land / constructing a new home.
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