Property

Transfer ownership of a Louisiana real estate property with this easy-to-use LA Special Warranty Deed form.

• Under a Special Warranty Deed, the seller (grantor) warrants or guarantees the title only against defects arising during his/her ownership of the property but not against title defects existing before that time.
• This form is a downloadable legal document in MS Word format.
• For use solely in the State of Louisiana.

Transfer title of a real estate property in Louisiana from two sellers to two buyers with this LA Warranty Deed for joint ownership with rights of survivorship.

• joint tenants, with rights of survivorship, which means that if one of them dies, title to the property passes to the surviving joint tenant, or
• community property with rights of survivorship, or
• community property without rights of survivorship.

Convey title to a Louisiana real estate property from a seller to a buyer with this General Warranty Deed form.

What is a general warranty deed?

A general warranty deed is the usual form for conveyance of real estate in Louisiana. This type of deed offers the buyer a comprehensive level of protection against future claims and liens.

Louisiana warranty deeds may be referred to as Acts of Sales or Cash Sales. State laws do not require a statutory form of warranty deed. 

What is contained in this General Warranty Deed?

The grantor (seller) warrants that they are the rightful owner of the property and have the legal right to convey title to the property over to the grantee (buyer).

The grantor warrants that the property is free and clear of all liens and encumbrances and that there are no outstanding claims on the property from a creditor.

Format and Legal Jurisdiction

This General Warranty Deed form is a downloadable MS Word document which is easy to use. It is prepared in accordance with Louisiana laws and should only be used within that State.

Cancel a tenant's lease before it expires by mutual consent with this downloadable Maine Agreement for Early Termination of Lease form.

• This form is not for evictions. It can only be used when both the landlord and tenant agree to terminate the lease early.
• This Agreement is for residential tenants only. For commercial properties, a different form is required.
• The tenant must still give the landlord written notice setting out the proposed termination date.
• The tenant agrees to pay a lease buyout fee.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in the State of Maine.

Maine landlords, assign your tenant's lease to a new owner of the property with this easy-to-use Assignment of Lease by Landlord form.

• The Assignment is between the current landlord, the purchaser of the property (new landlord) and the tenant.
• The current landlord assigns the lease to the new landlord, and the tenant covenants to pay rent to the new owner and continue to perform the tenant's obligations under the lease.
• The current landlord and the purchaser agree to indemnify each other against any claims or actions arising out of any breach of the terms of the assignment.
• This form can be used for either commercial or residential rental properties.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Intended to be used only in the State of Maine.

Lease space to a business tenant with this standard form Maine Commercial Lease Agreement.

• Renewal. Option for the tenant to renew for an additional term at the end of the lease.
• Property Taxes. Alternate provisions for taxes to be paid by either the landlord or the tenant, as applicable.
• Insurance. The tenant is responsible for carrying comprehensive public liability, fire and extended coverage insurance.
• Structural Repairs. Alternate provisions depending on whether the landlord is responsible for mechanical and structural repairs, or if the tenant is responsible for all repairs.
• Parking. Parking areas are to be shared by all tenants and their employees and customers.
• Damage or Destruction.Provisions for termination or for abatement of rent in the event of damage, destruction, or condemnation of the building.
• This lease agreement template is fully editable to fit your needs.
• Intended for use only in the State of Maine.

Sublet all or part of your leased business space to a subtenant with this Maine Commercial Sublease Agreement.

• The Sublease can be used for office, retail shopping or other business premises.
• The subtenant pays the security deposit and the rent to the original tenant, who in turn pays the landlord.
• The original tenant must still perform its obligations under the head lease for the duration of the lease term.
• The original tenant assigns its interest in the sublease to the landlord.
• The original tenant directs the subtenant to pay rent directly to the landlord if the original tenant defaults in any of its obligations under the head lease.
• Downloadable, fully editable MS Word document.
• Intended for use only in the State of Maine.

If you are buying or selling a condo in the State of Maine, attach this Condominium Addendum to the Real Estate Purchase Agreement.

• The seller must provide the purchaser with the condominium documents within a specified number of days.
• If the purchaser is not satisfied with the documents, he/she may terminate the sale transaction.
• The seller must disclose any condominium association fees or other amounts that are owing with respect to the condo.

Transfer ownership of a real estate property in Maine from a deceased person to a new owner with this Deed of Sale by Personal Representative form.

• The personal representative (executor of the estate) may be required to give notice to the heirs and/or beneficiaries of the estate, unless notice is not required under the terms of the Will.
• This form contains provisions for both testate (with Will) and intestate (without Will) decedents.
• This form is provided in MS Word format and is easy to download, fill in and print.
• For use only within the State of Maine.

Maine realtors, prepare an Exclusive Purchaser Representation Agreement for a client with this easy template.

• The realtor is retained by the client to locate suitable real estate properties to purchase.
• The agent will keep all of the client's information confidential, except for disclosure to a broker as required for the closing.
• If requested, the agent will also assist with survey, tax, legal and home inspection services.
• The client agrees to work exclusively with the agent, and will conduct negotiations on all properties of interest through the agent.
• The client will consult the agent prior to attending open houses or For Sale by Owner properties in order to clarify liability for commission fees.