We practice residential real estate law. We know that a lawyer can sometimes be the best option when you’re buying or selling a home. We want consumers to know, too.
A lawyer, not a real estate agent?
Generally speaking, a real estate broker helps you find a buyer (or find the right home to buy). A lawyer makes a ton of sense when the buyer or seller — or both — are able to do that work themselves. This includes…
Landlord selling to tenants
Sale between family, friends, or neighbors
“For Sale by Owner” (FSBO) seller
Hiring a lawyer for “the paperwork” is a good idea. It’s a big deal.
A savvy, self-sufficient buyer
On the internet, buyers can find their own home to buy. Not easy — but a great way to save up to 3%.
When seller and buyer find each other, they don’t need market-related services. They just need legal services, the drafting and negotiation of a contract.
Real estate brokers provide legal services in a real estate sale. But they cost more than lawyers — how ironic! And if you only need legal services, you are likely best served by a licensed and practicing attorney.
If we’re the right fit, we’d love to help. Give any of us a call.
Our Mission and Vision Statements:
Lawyers providing a low cost alternative to real estate agents.
Real estate agents are valuable professionals. Sometimes, though, buyer and seller just need a written contract. Lawyers can provide that service too, at a lower cost.
We are a professional community, led by Craig Blackmon. Through this web site, our practices, and our own networks, we are helping consumers learn more about the services — and great value — we provide to our clients. Contact any one of us to learn more.
“How to” guides by Craig Blackmon, the leader of FSBOLawyers.org and an innovative real estate attorney and former broker in Seattle.
Free Real Estate Forms for WA
Yep, it’s true: At FSBOLawyers.org, we’re just giving ‘em away!!! Hey, everyone knows that’s how the internet works these days, you gotta give away some value in order to get the eyeballs. We also know that, really, you shouldn’t just use these forms yourself, you should hire a lawyer too. Yes, we’re expensive, but the purchase or sale of real estate is a really big deal, with serious financial and potential liability implications. But you’re an adult, you get to make that decision for yourself. If you forego the lawyer, good luck….