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Choosing the right real estate attorney can make a big difference in your homebuying experience.
In Massachusetts, your attorney plays an important role in reviewing contracts, coordinating with your lender, and helping you get to the closing table.
Before hiring a real estate attorney, here are five important questions to ask—and how Sherman Law approaches each one.
1. Will My Attorney Give Me Their Cell Phone Number?
Real estate isn’t a 9-to-5 business. Questions, deadlines, and unexpected issues can come up outside normal office hours.
At Sherman Law, our attorneys provide clients with their cell phone numbers because we understand the importance of being available when our clients need us.
2. How Many Closings Does Your Firm Handle Each Month?
You want an attorney who understands the fast-paced nature of real estate transactions, but you also don’t want to feel like just another file.
At Sherman Law, we combine extensive real estate closing experience with personalized service. Our attorneys and staff work closely with clients to help keep transactions moving while providing the attention each client deserves.
3. What Closing Costs Should I Expect?
Unexpected closing costs can be frustrating, especially when you’re already making a major financial investment.
At Sherman Law, we take a flat-fee approach and disclose anticipated closing costs upfront so our clients can budget accordingly.
These costs may include:
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Attorney fees
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Title examination fees
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Municipal Lien Certificates and plot plans
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Registry of Deeds recording charges
Our goal is to make the costs of your transaction as clear as possible from the beginning.
4. Can Sherman Law Represent Me and Handle My Lender’s Closing?
Yes, in many cases!
In Massachusetts, an attorney may represent both a homebuyer and their mortgage lender when permitted under applicable professional rules and the circumstances of the transaction.
At Sherman Law, we can often represent you as the buyer while also handling the closing for your lender.
This can help avoid duplicate services, streamline the process, and potentially save you hundreds of dollars in closing expenses.
5. Is Sherman Law on My Lender’s Approved Attorney List?
Many banks and credit unions maintain lists of approved attorneys who can handle their mortgage closings.
Sherman Law is approved to handle closings for a wide range of Massachusetts banks, credit unions, and mortgage lenders.
If you’re working with a particular lender, contact us to confirm whether we’re on its approved attorney list.
Why Choose Sherman Law for Your Massachusetts Home Purchase?
At Sherman Law, we believe buying a home should come with clear communication, transparent fees, and an experienced legal team you can rely on.
From reviewing your Purchase and Sale Agreement to coordinating your closing, our attorneys help guide you through the process.
With offices in Hingham, Boston, Plymouth, and Dartmouth, we represent homebuyers throughout Massachusetts.
Buying a home? Contact Sherman Law to learn how we can help.
About the Author
Attorney Timothy A. Sherman is a Massachusetts real estate attorney with more than 20 years of experience helping buyers, sellers, and lenders navigate real estate transactions. As the founder of Sherman Law, Tim and his team assist clients throughout Massachusetts, with offices in Hingham, Boston, Plymouth, and Dartmouth.
Contact Attorney Sherman:
Phone: 781-664-4936
Email: [email protected]
