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Updated about 11 years ago, 09/16/2013

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Patrick Reagan
  • Union, NJ
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Wholesaling - Attorney Fees

Patrick Reagan
  • Union, NJ
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An attorney was recommended to me by another investor.In terms of what I need to have done,he seems like he'll be able to handle everything.Any contract I get to him for review will cost $800 minimum,even if it does not close.Ideally,I want to have a buyer lined up before putting a property under contract.Any suggestions on how to keep attny fees under control when I don't have the buyer already in place?Thanks

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Haim Mamane Palman
  • Investor
  • San Francisco, CA
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Haim Mamane Palman
  • Investor
  • San Francisco, CA
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I don't think you should have an attorney review every single contract especially if it's a standard transaction. You should use a standard state approved contract and if you don't have one you should ask your title company or closing attorney to provide standard and simple Purchase Agreement.

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Adrian Rice
  • Clinton, MD
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Adrian Rice
  • Clinton, MD
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Yea I agree with Halm your attorney shouldn't be looking over every contract if he's billing you for it. I would get a simple purchase agreement but make sure the terms/contingencies of the contract are in your favor. Begin with the end in mind

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Troy Gravett
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  • Torrance, CA
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Troy Gravett
  • Investor
  • Torrance, CA
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Get a LegalShield membership and get every document reviewed before you sign it. Protect yourself and your business.
Contact me if you want more details. Good luck and take massive action!