REAL ESTATE
Attorney Kevin M. LaMontagne has represented buyers and sellers of real estate for over 30 years in both residential and commercial transactions and closings. Kevin M. LaMontagne is also a Florida licensed real estate broker and the principal of Sellers Only Real Estate Brokerage Corp., his wholly owned real estate company.
Whether utilizing a standard FAR/BAR contract or a tailor-made contract, it is always important to have the representation and advice of a skilled real estate attorney. Sometimes real estate salespersons and brokers will advise a buyer or seller that he or she does not need legal representation when selling or buying real estate in Florida. Although Florida law does not require a lawyer to be at the closing table (which some states wisely mandate), it is always prudent to have legal representation in a matter as important as a sale or purchase of real estate. Remember that title insurance is only as good as the worst title exception contained in the title policy, so don't be fooled by those who would tell you that as long as you obtain title insurance there is no reason to hire a real estate attorney.
Whether utilizing a standard FAR/BAR contract or a tailor-made contract, it is always important to have the representation and advice of a skilled real estate attorney. Sometimes real estate salespersons and brokers will advise a buyer or seller that he or she does not need legal representation when selling or buying real estate in Florida. Although Florida law does not require a lawyer to be at the closing table (which some states wisely mandate), it is always prudent to have legal representation in a matter as important as a sale or purchase of real estate. Remember that title insurance is only as good as the worst title exception contained in the title policy, so don't be fooled by those who would tell you that as long as you obtain title insurance there is no reason to hire a real estate attorney.