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Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) Assistance Outreaches Launch June 1

Louisiana REALTORS • May 28, 2021

The state of Louisiana's U.S. Treasury Emergency Rental Assistance Program is hosting 10 application assistance events around the state in June to help renters and landlords fill out and submit applications. Want to know more about the program and if you are eligible to apply? Click here.

 

Louisiana landlords and renters who need assistance in submitting an application are encouraged to schedule an appointment to meet with a program representative at a session of their choice by calling (877) 459-6555 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday or by scheduling online at LaStateRent.com/book-online. Applicants can visit LAStateRent.com for more information on what documentation to bring for the meeting, including document checklists. Below is a schedule of the sessions:


June 1, 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Bossier Parish Library – Central Branch

2206 Beckett St., Bossier City, LA 71111

 

June 1, 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Tangipahoa Public Library – Hammond Branch

314 E. Thomas St., Hammond, LA 70401

 

June 2, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Terrebonne Parish Library – Main Branch

151 Library Drive, Houma, LA 70360

 

June 3, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

City of Eunice – Parish Government Office

300 S. Second St., 2nd Floor, Eunice, LA 70635

 

June 7, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.

St. Bernard Parish Public Library – Main Branch

2600 Palmisano Blvd., Chalmette, LA 70043

June 8, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Iberia Parish Library – Main Branch

445 E. Main St., New Iberia, LA 70560

 

June 8, 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Natchitoches Parish Library – Main Branch

450 Second St., Natchitoches, LA 71457

 

June 11, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

City of Monroe – Harvey Benoit Community Center

1700 Oaklawn Drive, Monroe, LA 71202

 

June 14, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Rapides Parish Library – Westside Regional Library

5416 Provine Place, Alexandria, LA 71303

 

June 18, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Lincoln Parish Library

910 N. Trenton St., Ruston, LA 71270


As of this week, more than 15,000 residents have begun applications for the state-administered program and $4.3 million in rental assistance has been approved. Funds remain available, and landlords and renters are encouraged to apply online at LAStateRent.com or at one of the upcoming events. 

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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