The exciting yet complicated process of buying a home can challenge even the most experienced hopefuls. Having a lawyer by your side to offer sound legal advice and provide representation will ensure the transaction goes smoothly. Here’s how a real estate attorney guarantees successful closings.

Why It’s Crucial to Hire a Real Estate Lawyer When Purchasing a Home

To Review the Purchase Agreement

Your real estate lawyer will protect your interests in the purchase agreement. By inserting provisions—such as allowing time for home inspection and securing a mortgage at a favorable interest rate—attorneys give buyers additional contract benefits. They will also review the document language and property description to ensure prospective homebuyers are contracting for the property they want.  

To Verify Good & Marketable Title

A reputable real estate attorney will conduct or secure a title search to ensure there are no liens, encumbrances, or clouds on the title.  The lawyer will also order title insurance for the buyer to protect them if a problem arises after the closing. 

To Represent the Buyer at the Closing

A buyer’s real estate lawyer will ensure the HUD-1 Settlement Statement information matches the Good Faith Estimate the buyer received after signing the purchase agreement. Buyers’ attorneys resolve issues such as delivery of possession, proper description of the property on the deed, personal property issues, and prorated taxes and insurance payments.

At Shelton Law Firm in Chariton, IA, skilled real estate attorneys guide homebuyers toward successful closings. Since 1967, their dedicated team of lawyers has provided legal advice and representation in real property matters to residents of Lucas County and the surrounding areas. Before you buy a home, contact an attorney at the firm for counsel. Learn more about their services and practice areas by visiting their website, and call (641) 774-5956 today to schedule your initial consultation.