Real Estate Law

Real Estate Closings and Transactions

For most people, their home is the biggest investment they will ever make. It is important to ensure the closing goes smoothly. At the Law Office of Joseph A. Livesay, Sr., we represent the interests of buyers and sellers of both commercial and residential real estate deals at a reasonable cost. To learn how to protect your investment, contact real estate attorney Joseph A. Livesay, Sr., for a free initial consultation.

Under Tennessee real estate law, any closing must be conducted by a licensed attorney. One of the primary benefits of having our real estate law firm involved in your closing is to ensure that problems with a title do not impede the transaction. We will spot marketability issues with a title including, liens, judgments, easements, and restrictions.

Common Problems Associated with a Closing

Many things may cause problems in real estate transaction. Especially for people unfamiliar with real estate law, spotting these issues beforehand is problematic. Lawyer Joseph A. Livesay, Sr., guides people through the closing process, ensuring the closing addresses all problems.

Here are a few examples of problems encountered during a real estate closing:

• Problems with home warranties
• Inspection rights of the buyer
• Home repair issues
• Whether the seller pays the closing costs
• Marketability of titles
• Title insurance policies
• Non-disclosure issues

Commercial Closings

At the Law Office of Joseph A. Livesay, Sr., we also represent buyers and sellers during commercial real estate closings. Typically involving larger properties with higher values, commercial closings are more complicated. We represent parties to a real estate transaction involving a duplex, apartment complex, and small office building.

To learn how to protect your investment, contact attorney Joseph A. Livesay, Sr., for a free initial consultation. We represent buyers and sellers throughout Tennessee, including people in Shelby County and Fayette County.