Real Estate Attorney in
Pinellas County, FL
Looking for a Real Estate Attorney in
Pinellas County, FL?
Buying or selling a piece of real estate is one of the largest financial transactions many people make in their lives. When you have such a steep price tag on the line, the entire process must run smoothly. However, you’re probably not an attorney that practices real estate law. Still, you need the sale to go off without a hitch. So the best way to ensure success in your real estate deal is by hiring a realty attorney. If you’re in the Pinellas County, FL area, you can trust the Wheeler Law Firm to provide real-world, concrete results. Clients in any of these areas can call for a consultation:
- Largo, FL
- Pinellas County, FL
- Hillsborough County, FL
- Manatee County, FL
- Pasco County, FL
When to Consult a
Realty Attorney
You should consult an attorney any time that you buy or sell an asset of significant size, and real estate is no different. Many states require each party in a real estate transfer to retain an attorney. Florida isn’t one of them. However, it’s still a good idea to retain legal representation when buying or selling property in the Sunshine State. A lawyer can give valuable insight into a property sale or purchase. They’ll consider factors in the sale that a layman wouldn’t consider, like:
- Mineral and water rights
- Ingress and egress easements
- Property lines
- Land use regulations
- Building codes
Without an attorney by your side in your real estate deal, it’s easy to miss these kinds of factors. That can lead to expensive issues in the future. However, with a lawyer by your side, you can avoid these common legal pitfalls and ensure the long-term success of your real estate sale.
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Estate Law
Buying a piece of land isn’t the same as buying groceries from the store. It’s not even the same as buying a significant asset like a car. There’s a step-by-step process that both parties need to follow. If either side doesn’t follow this process to the letter, they could end up owing significant money to the other party without anything to show for it. These steps include:
- Find a property – a realty agent or attorney can help with this step.
- Seller’s disclosure – the current owner of the property needs to disclose any issues they know about the land. This includes structural issues with the home, environmental damage, or crime committed on the property.
- Make an offer – the buyer will make an offer on the home. This should be done in writing. The seller will either accept the offer or make a counter-offer.
- Contract – after the seller accepts the buyer’s offer, they’ll both enter into a contract with one another. The contract will dictate the total price of the sale that includes a non-refundable deposit. The buyer must pay the deposit when they sign the contract. This deposit is non-refundable as long as neither party breaks the terms of the contract. The contract should include information like:
- Closing date
- Seller’s response time
- Financing details
- Accounting of all items included in the purchase
- Inspection – a third-party home inspector will check the home for any previously-unknown damage.
- Closing – at this point, as long as everything has gone according to the contract, the buyer will have the rest of their capital ready to buy the home. Once they sign final contracts and funding is exchanged, the seller will own the house.
If you still have any questions about this process, don’t worry. This is just a cursory glance. An attorney can answer any other real estate questions you have in greater detail.
Choose a Real Estate Law Attorney You Can Count On
When you choose an attorney to help you understand real estate law, it’s important to find someone you can rely on. In the Pinellas County, FL area, that’s the Wheeler Law Firm. With nearly a decade of experience helping clients close their real estate deals, the firm will be able to give you trusted, professional help. Call the Wheeler Law Firm today to schedule consultation.
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