Skilled Boone Residential Real Estate Attorneys
Last updated on August 12, 2025
Buying a home is a major decision that’s often one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever have to make in your life. Finding the right home is only the first step of a long process. When you’re in the middle of such a significant moment, it’s essential to seek the help of a real estate attorney who knows what to expect.
Our real estate attorneys at Deal Moseley di Santi Garrett & Martin, LLP, have the knowledge you need to make sound decisions when buying or selling a home. There are many moving pieces to this process, and we can help you navigate every step.
Why Do You Need A Residential Real Estate Attorney?
Many people believe they can navigate the real estate process independently and that hiring a lawyer is an unnecessary expense. However, many factors arise during real estate transactions that require the skill and understanding of the law that only an attorney has. Instead of being overwhelmed by the legal jargon and complex steps you need to take, an attorney can help ease the burden and make sure you understand what you’re agreeing to before you make a final decision on your new property.
With over 100 years of combined experience, our lawyers are especially knowledgeable about handling real estate cases. We can help represent you with the following:
- Review and negotiate contracts and agreements
- Handling real estate closings
- Resolving disputes regarding title and tax issues, boundaries, valuation and home repairs
- Preparing deeds, disclosures and other documents
These are just a few of the many real estate issues you might encounter when purchasing or selling a home. Having an experienced lawyer on your side will ensure you’re prepared for whatever obstacle comes your way.
Frequently Asked Questions About Real Estate Transactions
If you have questions, our team is happy to answer them.
What are the common legal issues in North Carolina real estate transactions?
There are many potential legal issues during real estate transactions, such as disputes over the contract language or the obligations on both sides. There can be issues with title defects, such as if a home is owned jointly by multiple people or someone else has a claim to the title. In some cases, there are disclosure issues, where a seller is accused of failing to disclose defects with the property itself. Our experienced team can help you address any challenges and explore your legal options.
What are the common closing costs for buyers in North Carolina?
There can be closing costs on both sides, for both buyers and sellers. In some cases, one side will agree to pay all of the closing costs as part of the negotiation. For buyers, however, some of the most common closing costs include:
- Origination fees for the loan
- Mortgage points to get a lower interest rate
- Insurance premiums that need to be put into escrow
- Initial property taxes
- Title-related fees, such as carrying out a title search or purchasing title insurance
- The cost of a home inspection
- The cost of a home appraisal, which the lender may require
- Recording fees that are necessary at the time of the transfer
It is important for buyers to be aware of what they may be obligated to pay, as they may have just been thinking about the monthly mortgage payments – but initial closing costs can increase the costs at the time of the transaction.
What are my rights if the property I am buying has undisclosed defects?
Full disclosure of all known defects is required during a residential real estate transaction. If a seller fails to do so, buyers may be able to seek compensation for the financial costs incurred while fixing these defects, or they may be able to require that the seller pay to fix the defects before they take ownership of the home. In some cases, the contract will be written in such a way that the seller can simply walk away from the deal without penalty.
In a situation like this, it is very important to understand exactly what legal options you have and what steps to take moving forward.
Don’t Leave Things Up To Chance
Real estate transactions are a big investment, and the last thing you need is for something to go wrong during the process. Our skilled Boone attorneys will help you achieve a positive outcome on your real estate journey.
Call us today at 828-263-4721 or send an email to get started.