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In Louisiana, you have several practical and legal options, but proceed carefully to avoid liability for conversion (wrongfully taking or destroying someone else’s property) or other claims. Since no deadline was in the purchase agreement, the June 1st text deadline helps establish “reasonableness,” but it’s not ironclad. The porch left behind is likely treated as the buyers’ personal property (movable/chattel) rather than part of the real estate sale, especially since the mobile home itself was moved.32 Key Steps and Options 1 Document Everything Thoroughly: ? Keep records of all texts, calls, and communications showing your requests and their delays. This proves you gave notice and they failed to act. ? Take photos/videos of the porch now and note any damage or issues it causes (e.g., blocking use of the land, safety hazards, or maintenance costs). 2 Send Formal Written Notice (Strongly Recommended): ? Send a certified letter (return receipt requested) + regular mail demanding removal by a new reasonable deadline (e.g., June 15–30, giving them time after June 1). ? State clearly: The porch is their responsibility, it interferes with your property use, and if not removed by [date], you will remove it at their expense, store it if needed, and/or pursue legal remedies (including costs, storage fees, and any damages). Mention potential small claims action. ? This creates a stronger record of abandonment or unreasonable delay. 3 If They Don’t Comply by Your Deadline: ? Self-Help Removal: You can generally remove the porch yourself (or hire someone) as the landowner. Louisiana law allows dealing with items left on your property after reasonable notice, especially in non-landlord contexts. However, store it safely rather than immediately destroying/disposing if it has value — this reduces risk of a conversion lawsuit. Charge them reasonable removal/storage costs.0 ? Send them an invoice for costs + proof of storage location. You can then pursue recovery in small claims court (up to $5,000 in most Louisiana parish courts; filing is inexpensive). ? If it’s worthless junk/debris, you may have more leeway to dispose of it after notice, but document why (e.g., photos showing condition). 4 Legal Actions if Needed: ? Small Claims Court: Sue for breach (implied duty to remove sold items), trespass to chattels, or costs of removal/storage. Texts and certified letter strengthen your case. This is often the simplest route for modest amounts.3 ? Unjust Enrichment or Conversion Claim: If they benefit from leaving it or you incur costs, this could apply. ? Injunction or Other Suit: For ongoing issues (e.g., if it’s causing damage), consult an attorney about filing in district court, though this is costlier. ? Criminal trespass is unlikely here unless they come onto your property without permission after notice.10 Important Caveats • No Automatic Abandonment: Louisiana doesn’t have a super-short “30 days and it’s yours” rule for this exact post-sale scenario (unlike some landlord-tenant rules for rentals). Courts look at intent and reasonableness. Your communications help show they abandoned it or unreasonably delayed.50 • Fixtures vs. Personal Property: If the porch was permanently attached (e.g., foundation-tied), it might arguably transfer with the land — but since they moved the home and left it, it’s probably treated as theirs. Ambiguity favors getting legal advice. • Liability Risks: Don’t destroy/sell high-value items without notice and documentation. Keep records of costs and efforts. • Local Factors: Check parish/city ordinances (e.g., debris, zoning, or building codes in your Louisiana area) that might classify it as a nuisance. Strongly recommend consulting a local real estate or civil attorney for tailored advice — ideally one familiar with your parish. They can review the purchase agreement, draft the notice, and assess value/costs. Legal aid or a quick consultation via the Louisiana State Bar referral service can be affordable. An attorney letter often motivates compliance without court. In the meantime, continue polite but firm texts referencing your formal notice and deadline. Most people respond to escalating paperwork. Good luck resolving this smoothly.

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I am not your lawyer. Get a lawyer.

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Does Over the Top count? That was a terrible movie.

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