An Experienced Real Estate Attorney is Key

Real estate lawyers of the Thomas N. Jacobson legal office in Riverside discuss some of the advantages of having an experienced attorney to represent you in a real estate transaction.  From contract to closing, we protect the interests of buyers and sellers.

There is nothing worse than being in contract to purchase or sell a home and feeling that your attorney is not taking the proper steps in the transaction, and not negotiating strongly on your behalf.  Equally, if you have purchased a home and after the closing discovered a defect which should have been addressed prior to closing, you can feel helpless and without recourse.

Communication is Important

From the minute you retain a real estate attorney, you should feel they are available to you to answer any questions or concerns you have.  Although it may be fine to speak to the support staff or paralegal, there are times when your question requires an answer from an attorney.  Thomas N. Jacobson and his staff are very approachable, and make time to answer and address all of your concerns.

Benefits of Working with a Real Estate Attorney

Real estate transactions involve hundreds of thousands of dollars.  While some people may solicit a general practice lawyer, there is a benefit to working with a real estate attorney.  A real estate attorney in your town will be familiar with local zoning, real estate brokerage offices, and current home values.

An experienced real estate attorney should:

• Arrange to meet with you to discuss the transaction terms and contract
• Effectively negotiate a contract and be mindful of contingencies
• In a multiple offer situation, help the seller determine the highest and best offer that will proceed to closing with the least amount of contingencies
• In a multiple offer situation, help the buyer draft an offer that is appealing to the seller and aggressive in price and time constraints
• Know the local home values, and make sure you are not paying over market value for the home
• In a short sale situation, negotiate with the bank to alleviate the stress and fear you may experience as a seller
• Help you gather the paperwork required such as deed, title policy, survey (if you have one)
• Review all of your financing options with you
• Discuss closing costs and ensure there are no hidden lender costs
• Be well-versed in estate and guardianship issues with regard to real estate transactions
• Order title in the appropriate amount of time
• Carefully review the home inspection report with you and negotiate a credit for repairs
• Advise you to perform the appropriate inspections such as home inspection, oil tank, lead paint, radon, survey
• Ensure any work performed in the home has the necessary town permits and is code compliant
• Discover any easements or title problems and rectify the issues
• Have a good reputation among their peers and be willing to cooperate with realtors

The residential real estate attorneys of the Law Offices of Thomas N. Jacobson in Riverside are well-respected and aggressive negotiators.  We work with buyers, sellers, and investors.  If you would like a free initial consultation to discuss your home purchase, sale, or impending foreclosure, call us at 951-682-7882, or email us and we will respond to you promptly.