We found a house we like, why do we need to talk to an Attorney?

If you are planning to buy or sell property in Massachusetts, one of the first things you should do is consult a conveyance attorney. At Access Law of Massachusetts, our knowledgeable and experienced conveyance lawyers assist the buyers and sellers of property to ensure their real estate transactions proceed with few if any unexpected and costly delays.

At Access Law of Massachusetts our concierge style of representation has streamlined the process to assist clients in conveyance and related real estate matters throughout Massachusetts, at the locations our clients prefer and on their schedules.

For many people, the purchase of a residence represents the largest single investment they will ever make. Before you begin your search for a new home or before you put your home up for sale, contact our office to educate yourself on the countless issues likely to be encountered during the purchase and sale process.

In Massachusetts the purchase and sale process has two stages. Each stage creates contractual obligations upon both the buyer and seller:

• Offer to Purchase: Sellers and buyers of residential real estate often believe the Offer to Purchase is essentially a formality that creates very few obligations. Because of this misconception, Offers to Purchase have been the subject of much litigation. Most Offers to Purchase forms used by brokers contain all the contract terms that are typically viewed as essential to create a binding contract. Prior to signing an Offer to Purchase contact Access Law of Massachusetts, to guarantee that your rights are protected.

• Purchase and Sale Agreement: The Purchase and Sale Agreement represents the final agreement between the buyer and seller. Most Purchase and Sale Agreements used by brokers contain language which can be unfavorable to the parties entering into the contract. As a buyer or seller you should understand the purchase and sale process goes far beyond negotiating an acceptable price.

As a buyer or seller it is important to seek legal consultation at the earliest possible stage of the transaction. Contact Access Law of Massachusetts to educate yourself about the purchase and sale process.