Purchasing a home can be an anxiety-inducing experience, especially when considering the ever-changing landscape of ordinances, regulations and requirements in New Jersey’s various towns and municipalities. Your choice of attorney can make a substantial impact on the outcome of your transaction – as well as your stress level throughout the closing process. Our attorneys will ensure that each step goes smoothly from beginning to end, and will stand firm and fight to protect your interests at all times. From the moment you become our client, to the moment you receive the keys to your new home, you’ll have unparalleled peace of mind with our team in your corner.
When you contact us, we will conduct a title search which will let us know of any liens, estate problems, or bankruptcies. If one of these issues should arise during the course of our search, we will work with you and the seller’s attorney(s) to resolve concerns as quickly and effectively as possible. We will work together with you, your realtor, and your lender to create a smooth transaction for your new home, and will be at your side at the settlement table.
Throughout the homebuying process, there are several issues that may arise with potential to slow or halt the proceedings. While not an exhaustive list, common issues include:
We all hope that the journey to closing on your new home is smooth and uneventful. However, issues can arise, and when they do we want to you know that we are here to represent your interests. Our experience with thousands of closings on New Jersey properties over decades puts us in a unique position to guide you throughout your home buying process. We will see to it that your best interests are represented at all times.
Though not required by law, having an attorney working for you as a seller has advantages. Selling real estate in NJ is a complex process fraught with deadlines, forms, and codes with which to comply, as well as including tax ramifications after the sale. You can depend on our team of attorneys and paralegals to guide you through this complex undertaking.
For example, there are a variety of items that need to be disclosed to potential buyers, and our team can reduce the stress of the sale by providing guidance through the disclosure process. We can ensure that nothing is left out during the disclosure process that could cause a delay of the sale. Likewise, should an issue arise during the property inspection process, and the buyer requests the issue to be remediated, we will help you to negotiate with the buyer in order to protect your interests and avoid unnecessary liability, costs, etc.
Led by partners Chris Colabella and Racquel Hiben, our real estate practice is diverse and we are able to deftly navigate the challenges faced by individuals and businesses alike. Whether a “straightforward” residential transaction or a major commercial development, the stakes are always high for all involved, and our team will work diligently to ensure the smoothest process and most advantageous outcome.
