4 Reasons Why You Should Hire a Lawyer When Purchasing a Home

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Buying a new home is often very exciting, but does come with quite a lot of steps. After all of the fun you have looking at various different properties, then comes the paperwork, negotiations and legal procedures when you actually start the buying process. A qualified real estate lawyer can help guide you best through the process smoothly. Here are 4 great reasons why you should have one representing you.

Due Diligence

A real estate attorney will perform a thorough title search, which can research potential liens, unpaid taxes or any other possible legal concerns. Lawyers can also assist you with the purchase contract and any related documents to be sure that the terms are fair and in the best interest of the buyer. They can advise you on contingencies, warranties and other legal implications that come with the purchase.

Negotiation

A real estate attorney has the much needed communication and negotiation skills to ensure that you get the best deal possible. They can also draft and review legal documents, such as purchase agreements, addendums and disclosures, to ensure that they meet all legal requirements to keep you protected.

Legal Advice

Real estate lawyers have extensive knowledge and experience in dealing with various legal issues that can come up during the home purchase process. Attorneys can provide legal advice on any legal questions you might have, such as zoning laws and compliance issues. No two deals are alike and things can happen which they can help you get through.

Peace of Mind

Buying a property is a significant investment, and it is normal to feel a little anxious during the process. However, when you hire a real estate attorney, you can have peace of mind knowing that everything is being handled by a knowledgeable and experienced professional that is well versed in the process. Your lawyer will take care of all legal procedures, deadlines, paperwork and negotiations, allowing you to focus on other aspects of the purchase.

Beth Dickerson

Boston, MA

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About The Author

One of Boston’s most reputable real estate brokers, Beth Dickerson has achieved more than $2 billion in sales and thousands of successful real estate transactions over her nearly thirty-year tenure. Beth has received national acclaim from the real estate industry and represents some of the most prestigious residents and properties across Massachusetts. Her enduring record as a top producer comes from the intuitive gift of sensing her clients’ needs. She has built a business that is referral-based at its core—a testament to her relationship-driven approach and penchant for exceeding expectations. It is this nuanced expertise that Beth leverages to guide many of her clients-turned-friends through some of the greatest milestones of their lives.

Beth was the proprietor of her own real estate company before joining the residential division of R. M. Bradley in 1993, where she was a top producer for more than a decade. In 2003, she founded her own boutique real estate firm, Dickerson Real Estate, before merging with Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty in 2007. Today, Beth attributes her success to her comprehensive marketing and advertising strategies, exclusive contact network, and unparalleled insight into neighborhoods like Back Bay, Beacon Hill, the South End and Waterfront. With an understanding that no two clients are alike, she works with clients in all phases of life—from first-time buyers to luxury developers, seasoned sellers and beyond. Beth offers clients the resources to aggressively market their property locally, nationally and globally, and her attention to detail, drive and enthusiasm are unmatched.

Beth has appeared in prestigious media outlets including The Wall Street Journal, Mansion Global, The Boston Globe, and Boston magazine, and was prominently featured as Greater Boston’s real estate expert on WCVB Chronicle in 2020. She has had the honor of serving as President of the Downtown Council of the Greater Boston Real Estate Board. For over ten years, she has been a Co-Chair and Committee Member for the Massachusetts General Pediatric Hospital for Children’s Storybook Ball. She serves as a Board Member of the Community Music Center of Boston and a member for the Perkins School for the Blind, Emerald Necklace Park Conservancy, Justine Liff Luncheon, Youth Villages and the Boys & Girls Club of Boston, among dozens of other organizations throughout the Boston area.

A long-time resident of Boston’s Back Bay, Beth was an active member of the community as she raised her two children: she served as treasurer of the Clarendon Street Playground and was an avid supporter of the Hill House Community Center.