PMCW Law

Have you ever considered how valuable an experienced real estate lawyer in Camden County can be to you? Having a Lake of the Ozarks attorney who can walk you through the ins and outs of real estate law can prevent you from making a huge mistake and could end up saving you a TON of money in certain circumstances. In this week's blog, our real estate attorneys at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to give you 3 questions you should ask your real estate lawyer when selling your home. If you are in need of an experienced real estate lawyer at the Lake of the Ozarks , call Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch today at (573) 346-7231 for your free consultation. We are located near the Camden County Courthouse at 109 East Highway 54, Suite 103 in Camdenton, MO. If you are unable to call one day but decide you still need legal help and you are in the neighborhood, stop by. We have an open-door policy and we welcome walk-in clients. 3 Questions To Ask Your Real Estate Lawyer...

Arguments with your neighbor no matter what they are about can be really uncomfortable. Whether you are arguing over a cow getting into your neighbor's pasture, your neighbor's dog getting out and terrorizing your chickens, or just a tree your neighbor has grown that is now dropping things all over your land - there is a way to handle the dispute and way you should NOT handle the dispute. Our real estate lawyers at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to tell you what NOT to do when having a property line dispute with your neighbor. If you are experiencing this type of dispute and are not sure what legal actions you can take, call our Lake of the Ozarks real estate lawyers today. Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch can be reached at 573-346-7231 for your free consultation today. What NOT To Do When Having a Property Line Dispute with Your Neighbor Do NOT Overreact. It can be very easy to get heated and say things that can make your case worse when you are angry with...

Buying a home, whether it be your first home or a vacation home can be a BIG purchase and shouldn't be approached lightly. It is a legal transaction and having a real estate lawyer at the Lake of the Ozarks on your side can really come in handy for a few different reasons. If you find yourself in the middle of a real estate transaction and come across an issue that requires an experienced real estate lawyer, call Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch at 573-346-7231 today for your free consultation so we can discuss solutions for your real estate issue. Keep reading for a few reasons why a real estate lawyer may come in handy. Why a Real Estate Lawyer May Come in Handy Understand Your Contracts Anytime you are buying real estate there are contracts that need to be reviewed. If there are special conditions with your real estate transaction, such as contingencies involving: Inspections Financing Approval Sale of Your Current Home Appraisal Value Seller Providing T...

Buying a home or vacation home can be one of the largest purchases you ever make. Doing so can cause you to alter your spending habits greatly and it's important that you go into this transaction with all the facts. Avoid unfortunate consequences and hire a real estate lawyer at the Lake of the Ozarks to help you with this huge transaction. Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch is here to explain a few reasons as to why you should have a lawyer when buying real estate. 3 Reasons to Have a Lawyer When Buying Real Estate Reason #1 Avoid buying a house that isn't everything you dreamed it would be. There have been too many instances where a buyer has purchased a house and either didn't have it inspected first or had it inspected but had trouble reading the inspection report correctly. You don't want to find yourself living in a home that has mold in the basement or a roof that is near its end. It's vital that these things are clearly inspected first and...

Maybe you're beginning the process of buying your first home. Maybe you're an experienced business owner who is moving your business to a new location. Or maybe, you're looking to purchase a plot of land to serve as the perfect foundation for your next big dream. No matter your situation, one thing is for sure: you're going to need an experienced real estate attorney to help you! Many people are unfamiliar with real estate/property law , but it encompasses a wide range of legal issues. As the best real estate lawyers at the Lake of the Ozarks , we can help you with all of your real estate and property needs, including: Buying property Selling property Developing property Boundary line disputes Rental property issues Zoning laws Access and easement issues And more! All of us at the law offices of Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, & Welch, P.C. have several years of experience in handling these and many more real estate problems and title issues. ...

The legal field is as complicated as it is varied. Buying a house, renting a car, hiring an employee, getting married, recovering from a car accident... Each of these activities (along with thousands of others) have legal regulations and ramifications attached to them. The lawyers at the Law Offices of Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, & Welch, P.C. recognize the challenges that these legal complexities bring. It is our goal to help improve the lives of those around us by handling the legal situations our clients face. We are proud to offer a variety of legal services in the Camden County community . Here's a quick overview of our many practice areas. Real Estate Law From residential and commercial real estate transactions to property line and dock disputes, PMCW Law can help you with all of your real estate law needs. With the help of Phillips and McElyea Land Title, Inc., we can take care of the details and reduce the risks in your real estate transactions. Business Law ...

Buying, selling, or building a home is a wonderfully exciting time in anyone's life, but it certainly comes with its fair share of legal issues! Having an experience real estate lawyer on your side to help you handle boundary line disputes, access and easement issues, concerns over construction, and other issues can make a huge difference.  As the client, it is important to find a lawyer you trust. Before hiring real estate attorneys, set up interview times to get to know them. Asking them the following questions will help you get a better understanding of how they conduct their real estate law practices and, consequently, will better equip you in your hiring process. 1. How long have you been practicing real estate law? Working with a less-experienced lawyer might not be a hindrance in other areas, but real estate law can be incredibly complex. You will be much better off working with an experienced real estate attorney . 2. Have you handled cases similar to mine befo...

By now you've heard of us, but how much do you really know about the Lake of the Ozarks' most trusted law firm ? Penicillin was revolutionizing medicine, and color television was making its debut. These were some of the things happening in American medicine and culture around the time that the attorneys at Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, & Welch, P.C. began providing legal services in the Lake of the Ozarks community .  Just as medicine and American culture have changed considerably since that time, so has the way we practice law. We used to be open on Saturdays so that people who lived out of town could make the 6- or 10-hour drive to our office to review or sign documents. Now, those clients are able to review and sign documents electronically. In fact, Missouri courts are now requiring electronic filings. In some cases, you can't tender an original signature to the court clerk - even if you want to. These advances in technology have allowed us to eliminate...

At Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter & Welch, P.C. our real estate lawyers have many years of experience in handling a wide variety of real estate problems and title issues. To better meet your real estate and title needs, we work closely with Phillips & McElyea Land Title, Inc. which provides complete title insurance, escrow and real estate closing services. Title Insurance Land Titling can be complicated and understanding Title insurance can be difficult.  When you purchase Real Estate, you are also purchasing the right to occupy and use the land.  There can be can be claims by others to the land, and the title may limit the usage of the land.  If you are not aware of these limitations or claims, you may not be able to use the land the way you want and this can cause you financial loss.  Title insurance is a protection against these type of problems. Phillips & McElyea Land Title, Inc ., helps provide peace of mind by conducting a thorough and e...