Houston Real Estate Transactions Attorney
Providing Representation and Counsel to Individuals and Businesses Involved in Houston Real Estate Transactions
Real estate transactions often involve several parties, significant legal issues, and substantial sums of money. This can be true whether the transaction involves an individual buying his or her first home or the purchase of a multi-million dollar commercial property. Because there is so much money involved—especially in Houston, where the real estate market has reached an all-time high, with home sales 5.3 percent above of 2017’s record volume—and because most people do not perform many of these transactions on a regular basis, anyone who is party to a real estate transaction should ensure that the transaction goes as smoothly as possible and that his or her interests are well represented. In many cases, the initial expense of retaining a real estate attorney is minuscule compared to the litigation and potential loss that a party could sustain should issues with a particular property arise after the completion of a sale.
If you are considering involvement in any type of real estate transaction, you should not hesitate to contact the Weisblatt Law Firm, LLC. We provide counsel and representation for clients purchasing, selling, or developing real estate, so please contact the office to discuss how we can assist you. Do not wait until you discover any issues with your transaction, as you likely have a lot of money on the line. We help prevent any unexpected problems and work to ensure the transaction goes as smoothly and successfully as possible. Call us for more information at (713) 666-1981.
Providing a Variety of Legal Services Related to Houston Real Estate Transactions
Even relatively straightforward real estate transactions often involve complex issues that are best handled by an experienced real estate attorney. You never want to be surprised by unforeseen complications that can be costly. Houston attorney Andrew Weisblatt has been practicing law since 1992 and handles a variety of matters related to real estate transactions, including the following:
Purchase Agreements
- We help negotiate the terms of this legally binding contract and draft a purchase agreement that protects your rights and interest. We can negotiate terms such as earnest money, contingencies, settlement date, possession date, escrow, delivery, warranties, and more.
Commercial Leases
- Having the right or wrong commercial lease can make or break your business. Commercial tenants have fewer protections under the law, so business owners should always ensure that a lease has favorable terms before they sign. Our firm can negotiate use and exclusivity clauses, terms regarding alterations and improvements, and common area costs, among many others.
Landlord-Tenant Litigation
- Disputes can arise between both commercial and residential landlords and tenants. Disputes can be costly and can result in losses to landlords, evictions of tenants, and other expenses. The Weisblatt Law Firm helps resolve landlord-tenant disputes and protect the rights of our clients, helping them recover for any losses.
Due Diligence Review
- Before you purchase any real estate, you must perform due diligence. This is a lengthy and in-depth process, and it can require many resources. Our firm conducts due diligence for potential real estate purchases to ensure our clients know everything possible about the property, including any risks.
Easement Disputes
- Many properties come with easements or owners negotiate easements with neighbors, utility companies, and other parties. It is important to fully understand any easements and their implications, as well as identify when you or someone else has exceeded the scope of an easement.
Liens
- It is important for owners to own their property free and clear from liens and for purchasers to be aware when there is a lien on a potential property. It can be difficult or impossible for a buyer to obtain traditional financing for a property until all liens are cleared, so this is an important matter to address in the early stages of any real estate transactions.
Mixed Real Estate and Business Transactions
- The Weisblatt Law Firm, PLLC handles a wide range of business-related legal matters for companies of all types and sizes. We have the experience and skill to address transactions that involve both real estate and business matters, such as the sale of a business and the commercial real estate at the same time.
Residential Leases
- If you rent your residence, you need to ensure the terms of your lease are favorable and valid under the law. Landlords also need to make sure their lease agreements address each unique property and any issues that may arise. We review and negotiate residential leases to protect the rights of our clients and prevent future disputes.
Boundary Disputes
- Boundary disputes are more common than you may believe. When you believe a fixed object, such as a fence, is the property boundary, disputes can arise if the boundary is actually in another place. We can help determine boundaries, negotiate easements when needed, and resolve these disputes as efficiently as possible.
Commercial Transactions
- Owning or selling commercial real estate can be a lucrative venture. However, there is also a significant amount of risk involved, and purchasers, owners, and sellers should take steps to limit their risk from the very beginning. We oversee every stage of the transaction process to make sure commercial properties change hands in the most beneficial manner possible.
Refinancing
- Refinancing commercial or residential property can address unexpected situations, provide cash flow for other purposes, and can help avoid a foreclosure of a property. Refinancing is not always an easy process, however, and you want to have the best possible terms for your new financing agreement. We can help identify whether refinancing can benefit you.
Closings
- While many real estate closings go smoothly, there are many things that can go wrong. Closing issues can result in losses or even the entire deal falling apart at the last minute. We represent purchasers and buyers at before and during closings to help things go as smoothly as possible.
Real Estate Litigation
- When a real estate transaction falls through or a dispute arises regarding a property, you can stand to lose a substantial amount of money. You need an attorney on your side who has extensive real estate litigation experience and who can seek recovery for your losses or help you avoid unnecessary liability.
Document Review and Creation
- Anyone in a past real estate transaction knows that there are piles of documents involved, each with its own specific purpose and requirements. Too many people sign these documents without a careful review, only to learn of unfavorable terms or problems down the road. Let our Houston real estate attorney review and create your transaction documents.
Real Estate Developments
- Developing commercial real estate is a complicated yet financially rewarding endeavor. We can help with each stage of the development process for many types of developments, including residential, multi-family, mixed-use space, office buildings, shopping centers, manufacturing facilities, and more. We assist with land use and zoning matters, construction issues, leasing, environmental requirements, and any other issues involved.
A Skilled Real Estate Attorney Will Handle Your Complex Legal Transactions
By retaining an attorney to handle these and any other matters that may relate to a real estate transaction, both individuals and businesses can rest assured that any transaction that occurs accurately reflects their intentions. In addition, an attorney who is party to the initial transaction will be well-suited to represent you in the event that any dispute between the parties arises at a later date.
Many people fail to obtain legal representation for real estate transactions in Houston. The reality is that brokers and realtors often do not have the in-depth knowledge of a real estate transaction attorney, and they may not properly identify and address any problems. Whether the property at issue is a family home, income-producing property, or a large development project, you should never unnecessarily lose money. Protect your interests by contacting a Houston real estate transactions lawyer at the Weisblatt Law Firm today. We work closely with our clients to help them meet their goals regarding business and real estate ventures.
Contact a Houston Real Estate Transactions Attorney to Schedule a Free Consultation
Anyone who is party to a real estate transaction should retain legal counsel immediately. An experienced real estate attorney can provide valuable insight and legal counsel while ensuring that your interests are adequately represented and your rights protected. Real estate law can be extremely complicated, so it is important to retain an attorney with experience practicing in that area of law. To schedule a free phone consultation with Houston Business attorney Andrew Weisblatt, call the Weisblatt Law Firm, PLLC today at (713) 666-1981 or email us.
Houston Real Estate Transactions Attorney Client Testimonial
”Andrew helped us with a substantial real estate transaction. The executed contract was much stronger due to his guidance, legal expertise and experience. He makes a contract courtroom ready, if it comes to that. He was prompt, professional, polite and very easy to work with. We highly recommend his services.” – Melissa Teague (Google Review)
Attorney Andrew Weisblatt
Mr. Weisblatt has practiced continuously since becoming licensed in 1992 and has represented businesses ranging in size from one person start-up ventures to multi-national corporations employing hundreds of people in multiple countries. From 2005 through 2009 Mr. Weisblatt was in-house counsel and chief operating officer of a multi-national corporation in the steel products industry. That in-house position provided valuable insight into how businesses work and what they actually need from their lawyers – both in-house and outside counsel. Attorney Bio
