REAL ESTATE

Many commercial and residential purchasers make the mistake of assuming that if they have a real estate agent or broker, they do not need an attorney to help with their real estate transaction.  However, a Florida attorney has an important role to play in real estate transactions. 

A real estate attorney can help ensure that you are getting what you are paying for. An experienced real estate attorney will draft and review all real estate documents, including and most importantly, the purchase contract. Whether you are a buyer, seller, or landlord, a real estate attorney can also help negotiate the transaction between the parties and guide you through the entire legal process involved in a land transaction. Only a Florida licensed attorney can represent you as a lawyer in a real estate transaction. While a real estate agent or broker can be helpful, they are not a real estate attorney. 

While Florida law does not require that you have a real estate attorney at closing, it is often a good idea. In many cases, buyers or sellers will attempt to make last-minute changes or alterations that can affect the transaction for years to come. Having additional legal protection during this process can be a huge benefit for everyone at the table.