For most people, buying or selling real estate is one of the biggest financial transactions they'll ever make. It's crucial, then, that a real estate law attorney be a part of any transaction you're involved in. Below are three reasons to hire a real estate attorney and the unique ways they can help during real estate dealings.

3 Reasons to Hire a Real Estate Law Attorney

1. Avoid Mistakes

It's no secret that buying or selling property involves completing a massive amount of paperwork and filing it with the appropriate authorities within specific timeframes. One missing form or inadvertent error could derail the entire transaction. When you hire a real estate lawyer, you are getting the help of someone who knows real estate law, its various filings and deadlines, and how to ensure the law is followed down to the letter.

2. Review Documents

If you're a first-time homebuyer, you want to make sure you are protected at all costs. Before you sign your purchase contract, a real estate lawyer should look it over to guarantee that it meets your goals and does not contain any hidden loopholes or vague language. Your lawyer can also look over other related documents to ensure your interests are safeguarded; these documents include mortgage or loan paperwork, deeds, and titles.

3. Set Important Dates

Buying or selling a home isn't a transaction that is completed in one day. It takes time, and several different agencies have to be in on the deal. When you hire a real estate lawyer, you have the services of someone who will set up all the required appointments for you. From home inspections to the final signing, you'll have a legal advocate arranging the times and representing your interests.

John D. Wieser Esq., PC, is a real estate, family law, and bankruptcy attorney serving clients throughout the Rochester, New York, area. Call (585) 328-0660 or connect with the firm via Facebook to schedule a consultation about your real estate transaction. With a skilled, experienced attorney working for you, you can easily and effectively navigate the property-buying or -selling process.