On the Seller Side: The role of your Real Estate Attorney

Whether you are selling a commercial property, an apartment or the house where your children grew up - the right lawyer will make sure the transaction goes smoothly from contract to closing. 

OUR REAL ESTATE PACKAGE SERVICES FOR SELLERS

• Strategy session with lawyer by phone or in person

• Explanation and advice regarding deferring capital gains (1031 exchange)

• Preparation, review and negotiation of the real estate contract

• Explanation of the real estate contract to the seller

• Drafting Power of Attorney if individual seller

• Drafting board resolutions if seller is entity

• For domestic sellers, drafting of certificate of non foreign status

• For foreign entity sellers, drafting of legal opinion letters

• For foreign individuals, drafting of missing social security number

• Drafting of FIRPTA escrow agreement

• Resolving any issues (including issues of repair, termite damage, etc.) prior to closing

• Correspondence with the buyer’s attorney and management company

• Preparation for closing

• Drafting of closing statement

• Drafting of deed

• Representation at closing, without time limit or restrictions.