Title & Closing Services
Tallahassee Real Estate Lawyer
In the state of Florida, title insurance can be issued by a practicing
attorney. While the costs are typically the same for both attorneys and
title companies, having a lawyer to look over all documents can greatly
benefit your closing process. By law, the title company is limited to
certain type of services and actions, crippling the amount of assistance
they can provide a homebuyer or business owner. On top of that, if personal
property is included in the transaction, the company will not be able
to prepare a bill of sale. Most importantly, a title company representative
cannot provide extensive legal advice or guidance.
When you retain a Tallahassee real estate lawyer from our Firm, you can
rest assured that we will provide all the last minute legal advice you
need to have peace of mind about your transaction. Our goal is to help
you get the proper title insurance so that you may close the deal in a
quick and efficient manner, saving you time and money. We will also help
you think through the how to title your property, creating a plan that
will help you avoid probate or future taxes. Having an attorney you can
trust standing by also allows you to make last minute modifications, adjustments,
and extension agreements. From tax advice, to basic closing practices,
our lawyers will walk you through every step of your transaction process.
If for any reason there were issues with the title, our legal team is
prepared to provide the needed assistance, even litigation support when
necessary.
Why do I need title insurance?
Property purchases are important decisions, which is why having the proper
protection is crucial. Many homeowners or businessmen regret not having
insurance on their investment, especially with such a high price tag.
It is helpful for an attorney to perform a title search, which includes
searching:
- Deeds
- Court Records
- Property Indexes
- Name Indexes
This allows your lawyer to determine what the current owner has the right
to sell you, avoiding any future litigation matters. With title insurance,
your purchase and decision is protected against fraud, legal confusion,
or clerical errors. It will also protect you from any historical claims
on your property, meaning that you as a property owner cannot be held
liable for any hidden restrictions against the property. Any claims made
against your property will be defended by the title insurance company
attorneys-unless claims are proven valid-which will typically lead to
reimbursement. Let our skilled real estate attorneys look over your title
insurance and closing documents before you endure long lasting buyer's remorse!
If you would like to retain a qualified real estate lawyer, contact Mathews
Law Firm, P.A. today.