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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: Preparing for Homeownership

By Louisiana REALTORS® • February 19, 2025
As previewed last week, NAR is pleased to share the latest consumer guide focused on preparing for homeownership. This guide covers what prospective buyers should consider as they kick off the home purchase process, including the importance of credit scores, mortgage pre-approval, down payments, budgeting, and educational resources. 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: Preparing for Homeownership Escrow and Earnest Money Pricing Your Home Preparing to Sell Your Home Fire Damage and Policy Coverage Thank you for your continued engagement with the “Consumer Guide” series and for sharing the resources with potential clients to ensure they have the information they need to be successful 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 taxes.

Consumer Guide Update: Escrow and Earnest Money

By Louisiana REALTORS® • February 14, 2025
As previewed last week, NAR is pleased to share the latest consumer guide focused on escrow. This guide covers what homebuyers should know about earnest money deposits, including the general terms and use cases in real estate transactions. 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: Escrow and Earnest Money Pricing Your Home Preparing to Sell Your Home Fire Damage and Policy Coverage Flood Insurance Thank you for your continued engagement 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 preparing prospective buyers for homeownership.

2026 LR Officer Elections, RVPs & NAR Director Applications

By Louisiana REALTORS® • February 12, 2025
The Louisiana REALTORS® Board of Directors will conduct several elections this Spring. Interested candidates that meet the qualification who are looking to serve at either the state association level or the national association level are encouraged to view the criteria and submit an application. An application that is not submitted on the appropriate form or not submitted pursuant to the instructions shall not be considered as submitted timely.
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