For a smooth real estate transaction,
it is essential to have a seasoned real estate attorney or settlement agent
that knows the ins and outs of the business. Look for an attorney that has
experience specifically in real estate.
This will really help as he will be
readily available and knowledgeable enough to answer all your questions and
also guide you to make the most beneficial decisions.
Find someone who is comfortable online
and will be able to communicate with you via email and fax. Most of the
paperwork and documentation process can be handled this way, minimizing the
number of time consuming face-to-face visits.
A real estate attorney’s role is
relatively small until the end of the transaction, unless there is a problem.
Your lawyer MUST fully understand the local process for real estate
transactions as well as the local, state, and federal laws. It is very
important that they are on top of the latest changes in the law to be able to
properly represent you.
The real estate attorney can help you
complete the lender’s paperwork, and can anticipate problems before they occur
to handle them efficiently. This includes liens, title problems, etc. Their
purpose is to create a stress-free transaction. To find out more information
about the closing/settlement process, go to: www.stressfreesettlements.com.