Sale by Owner
Real Estate Law
Planning to sell your home without a realtor?
If you are planning to sell your home on your own, there are benefits to having a real estate lawyer review and advise you on the process.
Selling your home on your own or with a realtor is a big task. There are many moving pieces to consider, which is why most prospective sellers reach out to someone who can simplify this
process. While there are many things a realtor can provide, we understand that there is Sale By Owner trend, and many companies now offer to put your home on the popular sales websites such as realtor.com and Zillow.com for a flat fee, which can be more economical than a full service real estate agent.
If you are choosing the sale by owner route- there is a huge a benefit, without a corresponding financial sacrifice, to having an experienced real estate attorney work with you on your transaction. When you combined our services as a title insurance provider/closing agent with our legal counsel, you will see the financial benefits to your bottom line profit and avoid some of the risks of selling without any legal or realtor support.
The initial purchase/sale agreement can be your best friend or worst enemy. It will be the bible upon which the whole transaction is based, and while some people say “its just a form”, we disagree. It is what is used to enforce, break or declare a breach of the contract by either party. You need to understand it and comply to avoid a breach. We recommend that you retainer our office before the initial signatures are placed on any contract.
Some of the services we provide include:
- Knowledge and deep understanding of Florida laws and regulations
- Providing insights on current and future issues that may arise
- Protecting you from legal issues or ramifications
- Experience with contract law
- Preparing and Reviewing documents
Our firm believes in giving you, the client, peace of mind throughout the process, and ensuring a smooth transaction which protects your interests.
Planning to sell your home/property? We can help.
Lawyer
Do you need a lawyer?
- No
What does a real estate attorney provide?
- Helps client navigate real estate transactions
- Contract Law experience
- Selling home with deceased owner, splitting proceeds after divorce, other complications
- Provide protection against consequences of incomplete or sloppy purchase agreements
- Review of documents at closing
- Deeds
- Review titles and easements
- Commercial Real Estate are often more complicated and risky
- Peace of mind
- Communication between parties
Why should you choose a lawyer?
- Knows your local laws and regulations
- Provide insight on current and future issues that may arise
- Protect you from legal issues
- Contract law experience
- Review and prepare documents
- Peace of mind
Realtor
Do you need a realtor?
- No
What does a realtor provide?
- Helps client navigate real state transactions
- Price a home competitively
- Provide soft support
- Listing services
- Coordinate showings
- Communication between parties
Disclaimer: The material herein represents general legal advice. Since the law is continually changing, some provisions may be out of date. It is always best to consult an attorney about your legal rights and responsibilities regarding your particular case.