Shopping for your dream home… or just your for-now home… is one of the greatest moments of your life. It is equal parts exciting and emotional but once you get down to the buying side of things, a whole bevy of new feelings pop up. From confusion to frustration, buying a home is a lot more complicated than picking out shutters, checking for adequate square footage and mulling over neighborhood stats. Whether this is your first home or your forever home, here are three reasons why having a real estate attorney on your side can make all the difference…

A Real Estate Attorney Can Negotiate Terms and Fees On Your Behalf

A contract can contain just about anything and if you do not know what you are looking for… you will never know if you are paying fees that are basically bogus. Your attorney will go over the fine print and negotiate better contracts to nix unnecessary fees, saving you money and frustration in the long run.

They Have No Stake in The Transaction Going Through.

This is a great thing. Your banker wants this deal to happen. So does the real estate agent and seller. A lawyer cares about only your interests. You are paying them for advice… not the completion of a transaction. This ensures your best interests are met and kept without money being a motivator – a very important factor in any business deal.

When you are in the market for “home sweet home”, a real estate attorney can help you to maintain a safe playing field while keeping buyer’s anxiety at bay. An experienced attorney can keep your money protected, sending you through your new front door and into a bright future not weighted down by fine print or hidden fees.