Attorneys not used in South Jersey?

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Hello,

I am looking at in investment property in South Jersey (e.g., Mays Landing area), and was told by a realtor that they typically don't use attorneys but instead use Title Companies to close.  Is this right? I'm a little wary of buying something without having an attorney review it.

Christopher Giannino · Answer

@Meeno T. This seems to be typical practice within the South Jersey area.  As @Richard S. said, its totally up to you though.  If your realtor is totally against you using an attorney, drop him and find another realtor.  Remember, you are their client so they should be trying to please you not the other way around.

Kurt Kwart · Answer

I've rarely seen a closing with an attorney down here that is just my experience

Odie Ayaga · Answer

I bought my house (first time home buyer) without an attorney. However, do you have a good relationship with a particular attorney or title company? If so maybe lean in that direction. Feed your team members and they'll return the favor

Lauren C. · Answer

Hi @Meeno T.

I'm currently under contract on a home in South Jersey and the title company and lender have been spear heading the closing. I did hire an attorney to review the offer contract though but that was my personal choice as it's my first purchase and was not required.

Hope this helps!

Richard S. · Answer

@Meeno T. Don't go by what you are told is "common practice", go with what you feel comfortable with.

Meeno T. · Answer

Thanks for the input.  I am okay not using an attorney if it is common practice, but being from central/north NJ I've rarely seen a closing without an attorney.

Richard S. · Answer

Whether you use an attorney to review is up to you. It's no different here than anywhere else. Some people avoid it if they can read through the docs themselves but it never hurts to have an attorney review. Sometimes a lawyer at your title company's might review for you if you ask them to, which could help you kill two birds.

Attorneys not used in South Jersey?

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