Buying or selling a home is probably the most significant financial transaction anyone undertakes. While this can be an exciting time without proper legal guidance, the process can be frustrating, overwhelming, and more expensive than necessary.
Even if there are no disagreements between the buyer and seller, each party should enter into real estate transactions with their own attorney to steer them away from common pitfalls and make the transaction an enjoyable experience. We can take you from contract to closing when buying and selling real estate.
We represent buyers, sellers, and financial institutions – from drafting a Purchase and Sale Contract through obtaining the final Title Insurance Policy.
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Attorneys in Charge
Attorney
Austin Warehime
Austin Warehime, also known as the Guernsey County Attorney, brings both a sharp legal mind and a compassionate heart to his work, always prioritizing his clients’ best interests. Austin represents individuals in Ohio, focusing on landowner representation in oil and gas matters, business and corporate law, complex litigation, personal injury, real estate transactions and additional legal services to meet the diverse needs of Southeast Ohio.
FAQs
When should I involve a title and closing attorney?
The earlier, the better. Bringing in a title and closing attorney early can help you spot legal or title issues before they become expensive delays. This is especially important in private sales, inherited property, boundary concerns, mineral interests, easement issues, or any transaction where the facts are not clean and simple.
Why does title work matter before closing?
Title work matters because problems tied to the property do not disappear just because a purchase contract is signed. Unpaid liens, ownership disputes, recording errors, boundary issues, or missing interests can delay closing or create serious problems after the sale. A proper title review helps catch those issues before money changes hands.
What does a title company do in a real estate transaction?
A title company helps make sure the property can be legally transferred from the seller to the buyer. That includes reviewing the title history, identifying liens or other issues, helping coordinate closing documents, and handling the movement of funds so the transaction can close properly.
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