Reasons to Hire a Real Estate Attorney

Our real estate lawyers at the Lake of the Ozarks have many years of experience in handling a wide variety of real estate issues and title problems. You never know what problems could arise when purchasing a new home or even selling your home. In this blog, we will discuss reasons you will need to hire a real estate attorney.

Double Check Your Legal Documents.

A large amount of paperwork comes with purchasing or selling a home. Whether you are singing your name to a legally binding contract or entering into the selling process for the first time, you should have everything double checked by a real estate attorney at the Lake of the Ozarks first. We will make sure all contracts and paperwork are in full compliance of local, state, and federal real estate laws.

Understand All of Your Obligations.

When it comes to buying or selling real estate, you have certain obligations. Our real estate attorneys will help you understand your role, rights and all of the responsibilities you have. This will make for a much smoother, less stressful real estate transaction.

Assist with Your Amendments.

Once both parties have accepted the terms of a real estate contact, it is a complete and binding legal document. If it becomes necessary to change any aspect of the agreed upon terms, an amendment needs to be prepared. An amendment is a document that makes a change to a signed contract. A real estate attorney can assist you with drawing these up.

Support Through the Closing Process.

Expect the unexpected when you are closing on a house. You never know what issue might come up and it's best to have one of our experienced real estate attorneys at the Lake of the Ozarks on your side. We will address these issues head on and advise you to delay or walk away from the purchase if the situation calls for it.



At Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter & Welch, P.C., we have the knowledge and experience to help you meet your goals. Whether you are in need of legal assistance in buying, selling, or developing a property, we will assist you. We even work closely with Phillips & McElyea Land Title , Inc., which provides you will complete title insurance, escrow and real estate closing services. We have evening and weekend appointments available. Our law firm is conveniently located by the Camden County courthouse and we have an open door policy for clients to just stop in and discuss the real estate legal needs.





Law Offices of Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, & Welch, P.C.

The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely on advertising. When you need a knowledgeable attorney, we invite you to contact us to set up a consultation. Evening and weekend appointments are available. We have access to interpreters.

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