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While you are not required to have a real estate attorney represent you in South Jersey, we recommend it - especially if the other party has retained an attorney. As your real estate agent and REALTOR®, I cannot give you legal advice. Only an attorney can.
WHAT DOES THE ATTORNEY DO?
Usually the attorney will do the following, however, verify that your attorney will do all of the below before hiring him/her:
Single Family Home, Townhome or Multi Dwelling Building- Additional Services provided:
The above list is IF everything goes perfectly. If it doesn’t and the contract needs to be canceled, earnest money needs to be refunded, etc. the attorney will handle these items as well, usually for no additional charge. This is why it’s crucial to have a good Real Estate attorney as part of your team.
HOW MUCH DOES THE ATTORNEY COST?
Typically, a real estate attorney charges between $950 – $1500. We have seen some collect a retainer and bill if the deal cancels. However, most of the attorneys we work with collect their fee at closing.
Ask us for our list of recommended Real Estate Attorneys!
Once you’ve decided to retain an attorney, please let us know. This should be done BEFORE a contract comes in Pennsylvania and within the 3 day attorney review period in New Jersey. That way you know who your attorney is going to be once we have an executed contract. It’s all about putting together a great team which consists of your REALTOR® (us), your lender and your attorney.
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