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Real Estate Law is the law related to buying, selling, leasing, developing and managing real estate. The law of real estate varies from state to state, although a few areas of real estate law have federal implications. Real estate law touches on federal law in the areas of eminent domain and taxation, as well as environmental and land usage law. Each of these fields also have state and even local law counterparts. Lawyers with a real estate practice typically represent buyers and sellers of real estate, but may also represent the interests of developers and investors. In this way, many real estate lawyers also are skilled in business law. In some states, lawyers do not play a large role in the closing of a real estate transaction, as those duties are handled by escrow and title companies. Typically, lawyers do not represent both the buyer and seller in a real estate transaction, though the law of many states allows them to represent both parties with fully-inform consent.

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How Does the Short Sale Process Work?
    The first step in a short sale generally is to contact your lender and determine what is required to initiate the process. You may also want to consult with and/or hire a Realtor, real estate … more
  • Is a Short Sale Right for Me?
    If you are wondering if a short sale of property is right for you, you should know that it is a highly individualized and personal issue. However, there are some circumstances and factors that … more
  • What Are the Alternatives to a Short Sale of My Property?
    A short sale of property may be the best option for curing your current housing problem, but it is not the only option. You may be able to arrange for a loan modification from your lender, where … more
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  • Buying a Home
    Buying a home is a big step in everyone’s life, and for many people, obtaining a mortgage loan in order to buy a home is the most significant debt that they will ever take on. The purchase of a home is not a simple process, but involves a series of complex steps that trigger the application of a variety of different state and federal laws and regulations. Additionally, the sale … more

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