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Answers (9)
- Matt Pickett, "Colorado_Springs"
- Contributions:379
Glad we dont use attorneys here
- Rima North, "Rima North"
- Contributions:43
Debra Rose is right, the attorneys handle closings in the northern part of the state. Therefore if you do not use an attorney you will be at a serious disadvantate. In the Southern part of the state title companies perform the function of attorneys. Attorneys are always recommended in complicated or orunusual deals.
- Gershon Alexander, "Gershon Alexander"
- Contributions:60
In new jersey you can have the title company handle the closing
- Suzanne DeTurris, "SuzanneDeTurris"
- Contributions:93
I always recommend getting an attorney....even though it is not a requirement it can become very problematic without one.
- Debra (Debbie) Rose, "Livingston NJ"
- Contributions:2729
Hi Liz
I suggest you find out what is traditionally done in your area.
As Laura mentioned below, northern NJ closings (my area) generally have attorneys handling them, while title companies traditionally handle them in the more southern areas of the state.
If you do use an attorney, it would be best if it is someone who specializes in real estate!
Much success with your sale or purchase!
I suggest you find out what is traditionally done in your area.
As Laura mentioned below, northern NJ closings (my area) generally have attorneys handling them, while title companies traditionally handle them in the more southern areas of the state.
If you do use an attorney, it would be best if it is someone who specializes in real estate!
Much success with your sale or purchase!
- Maria Picardi Kenyon, "mariapk"
- Contributions:437
NJ does not require an attorney to close a real estate transaction. You can use a title company if you prefer. I do recommend that you seriously consider an attorney since it is usually the largest purchase one will ever make. I always say "you don't need an attorney until you need one".
- Kathryn Kim Loizzi, "SussexCountyNJAgent"
- Contributions:84
Liz,
You can either use an attorney or a title company to close escrow in NJ. A title company could be sufficient if there are no bumps. However, I always advise my customers and clients to use an attorney. They are very reasonable and will protect your most expensive investment as it was their own. A home is your most valuable asset why not have it protected to your fullest ability?
You can either use an attorney or a title company to close escrow in NJ. A title company could be sufficient if there are no bumps. However, I always advise my customers and clients to use an attorney. They are very reasonable and will protect your most expensive investment as it was their own. A home is your most valuable asset why not have it protected to your fullest ability?
- Toby & John T. Williams, "tjplace"
- Contributions:271
It is up to YOU if you want to hire an attorney. In many places in the US, title companies take care of the closing. In my area on Long Island, it is traditional to use attorneys for buyers and sellers. No matter what the "norm" is, if you want an attorney to represent you, you have the right to have one.
- Laura Giannotta, "Laura G in NJ"
- Contributions:56
It depends on your location. Traditionally, title companies handle closings in south Jersey, and an attorney is used in north Jersey.
The state does not require an attorney be used at any point in the buying or selling of real estate anywhere in the state.
Since the transactions invlove large sums, and since real estate agents and title agents can not offer legal opinions, we're required advise buyers and sellers that we can't offer legal advice and an attorney must be consulted for all legal questions.
Laura Giannotta
The state does not require an attorney be used at any point in the buying or selling of real estate anywhere in the state.
Since the transactions invlove large sums, and since real estate agents and title agents can not offer legal opinions, we're required advise buyers and sellers that we can't offer legal advice and an attorney must be consulted for all legal questions.
Laura Giannotta
Does NJ still require a attorney to do closing of escrow and such? Or is everything handled by
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