Habersham County And Northeast Georgia Real Estate Attorneys
Hotard & Hise provides experienced counsel to lenders, brokers, sellers and purchasers in the residential and commercial real estate arenas. Our trusted attorneys and dedicated real estate support staff have facilitated thousands of real estate transactions. Our firm is an approved title insurance agent for First American Title Insurance Company, allowing our team to represent developers, builders, lenders, buyers and sellers in all property transactions and closings.
At Hotard & Hise, we understand that the purchase of a home or any other property is a significant life event and that the logistics can be confusing and intimidating. We’ve worked with clients in all areas from:
- Condominiums and HOA transactions:
- New construction purchases
- Land purchases and vacant property
- Investment properties
- Short sales and foreclosures
From the initial contract preparation to the actual signing at the closing table, our attorneys and staff will attempt to make the process as seamless as possible through open communication and a professional yet cordial process.
Hotard & Hise serves northeast Georgia’s real estate transaction needs. From the most complex transactions to the simple transfers, our team’s experience, skill and relationships with real estate professionals, commercial and residential lenders, brokers and agents create an outstanding experience at the closing table.
What Are Some Common Legal Issues Or Disputes That Arise During A Real Estate Transaction In Georgia?
In Georgia, some of the most common legal disputes that arise during a real estate transaction include inspection reports, title controversy, lien issues and disclosures. There can often also be considerable disruption caused by ownership associations such as home owners associations and condo associations. The many types of dispute possible greatly underscores the complexity that go into these highly lucrative, highly expensive transactions, but we are able to bring experience, insight and attention to detail to any type of transaction you face.
Do You Really Need A Real Estate Attorney If You Are Buying Or Selling A House?
Houses in Georgia sell typically in the hundreds of thousands of dollars. This will be the largest single purchase you are likely to make, in most cases. Having a legal mind behind you to double check every detail and document helps you move forward in a secure, thoughtful way. Furthermore, since these transactions are high stakes, the potential for conflict is very real. If you run into roadblocks or litigation, having an attorney behind you that you can trust will make the turbulence a lot easier to handle. Most of all, counsel from a lawyer who understands real estate problems can help you stay educated about the difficulties that are possible.
Get Help From Experienced Real Estate Attorneys
Our team’s experience with probate matters includes working with executors, estate administrators and trustees. Our lawyers also have experience working through boundary line disputes, quiet title actions and title insurance claims, allowing us to be uniquely positioned to work through land sales. Contact us for a consultation today. For an initial consultation, call Hotard & Hise at 706-925-0797 or our online contact form.