In a seller’s market, it can be tempting to try to sell your home without the help of a real estate agent as a for sale by owner (FSBO). If you are able to put in the time and effort to market and sell your house on your own, you may save quite a bit on the realtor’s commission.
However, selling your home as an FSBO can also be risky. If you aren’t working with a realtor, then it is especially important to have an experienced real estate attorney looking out for your best interests. Here’s how our Indianapolis real estate lawyers can help.
A real estate attorney can prepare you for any potential disputes
Selling your house might seem like a single transaction, but there’s always the potential for legal issues down the road: breach of contract, easements, covenants, title problems, zoning, and so on. An attorney who knows the law and has extensive experience dealing with real estate disputes can advise you of any potential problems and work with you to minimize the risk of future issues.
A real estate attorney can draft documents that protect your rights
There is quite a lot of paperwork involved in selling a home, including the purchase and sale agreement, disclosures, insurance paperwork, and more. Our job as your attorney is to prepare and review those documents to ensure that the transaction goes as smoothly as possible and that your legal rights are protected.
A real estate lawyer can handle the time-consuming details on your behalf
You may be prepared to advertise and sell your home, but coordinating with your title company, researching your legal obligations, and negotiating the details of the sale agreement can be far more challenging. An experienced attorney can take those obligations off your plate so that you can focus on the transaction itself.
A real estate lawyer can deal with special circumstances
Our attorneys have the experience and legal knowledge needed to deal with short sales, estate sales, joint sales, liens, and other unusual situations.
A real estate lawyer can answer any questions you have
Remember, the purchase or sale of a house is a major transaction that can have significant implications for your future. It’s only natural that you’ll have questions and concerns throughout the process. An experienced real estate lawyer has the knowledge and legal insight needed to answer your questions, address your concerns, and advise you of your legal rights and obligations so that you can move forward with confidence.
Contact Hocker Law, LLC, today
If you are considering selling or buying a home FSBO, make sure you have competent legal representation. Reach out to Hocker Law, LLC today to speak with an experienced Indianapolis real estate lawyer.
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