Real Estate Services

The Law Offices of Jason R. Sonstein, LLC represents clients in the purchase and sale of real estate. In today’s real estate market, you need to make sure you and your interests are protected. The purchase of real estate is often one of the most significant investments a person will make in their life-time. Whether you are buying a home to live in or a property to invest in there may be many challenges throughout the transaction. You could go through this process alone. Or, you can hire an experienced professional to guide you through the process. In any real estate transaction there are different people involved from the real estate agent and mortgage broker to the appraiser, inspector, title company and surveyor. Choosing the right people to assist you through your transaction can make the difference between a smooth transaction and a nightmare; start by choosing the right attorney.

Services for Buyers:

• Preparation/review of purchase contract;
• Negotiation of any modifications to purchase contract;
• Review title commitment;
• Review Survey;
• Review home inspection report;
• Advice regarding any unforeseen issues;
• Attendance with client at settlement.

Services for Sellers:

• Preparation/review of purchase contract;
• Negotiation of any modifications to purchase contract;
• Review title commitment and address any defects;
• Preparation of Seller's Deed, Affidavit of Title and other related documents;
• Attendance with client at settlement
 

Transactions Involving a Short-Sale:

When the contracted purchase price is insufficient to pay off all existing liens (i.e., mortgages, taxes or judgments) the transaction will involve a "Short-Sale."  A Short-Sale is a request by the seller for a lienholder to accept less than a full payoff to release their lien and allow the sale to occur.  Transactions involving a short-sale can be much more complicated than a standard transaction.  As such, a knowledgeable and experienced attorney can be extremely valuable in making your transaction a successful short-sale transaction. 
 
In order to make short-sale transactions more efficient, each client will receive a personal on-line file, which is password secured and contains all the current documents and file notes for each short-sale transaction.  This will allow each client instant access and complete up-to-date information about their transaction.