Purchasing a home or investing in a commercial property is a big financial decision for individuals and companies. While a real estate agent helps buyers find the best deals, a real estate lawyer ensures a smooth closing transaction. Additionally, a real estate lawyer assists landlords with drafting leases and evicting tenants. A competent real estate attorney will ensure that a lease protects the landlord's interests, including the right to collect owed rent after eviction. Finally, if you're considering an investment in a property, a real estate attorney can help supervise and ensure a lawful transaction.
"Attorney Shehu has closed real estate transactions in every city and town in Connecticut. He is uniquely suited to represent lenders, buyers, and sellers in deals across the state."
Real Estate Closings in Connecticut
Real Estate Law
Real estate law governs the buying, selling, and use of a real property. However, it also entails defining the responsibilities of the Buyer and Seller and ensuring that a property's title is free from defects.
The Real Estate Attorney
A real estate lawyer is an attorney who possesses extensive knowledge of the state-specific laws governing the sale and use of properties. A competent attorney will ensure a smooth transaction by selecting the correct deed form, investigating zoning restrictions, taxation issues, the form of ownership, title issues, and more.
The Challenges
Real estate law is a creature of state statute, meaning that it varies from state to state. For example, though New York and Connecticut are neighboring states, their respective real estate statutes are very different. In addition, Connecticut is an "attorney state," meaning that a valid real estate transfer requires the involvement of a Connecticut-licensed lawyer.
If you're buying or selling a home in Connecticut, you'll need a real estate attorney to oversee the property transfer. Shehu Legal will review the contract of sale, investigate the title, resolve title issues, explore financing options, draft the deed, and represent you at the Closing.
"Attorney Shehu has closed real estate transactions for residential and commercial properties
throughout Connecticut."
How Can Shehu Legal Help Me Buy or Sell Property?
Connecticut statute requires the involvement of a Connecticut-licensed real estate attorney in buying and selling property. A competent real estate attorney will:
Draft or Review the Contract of Sale
The real estate attorney will first draft the contract of sale. Alternatively, he will review the contract of sale prepared by a Connecticut-license real estate agent. Then, the attorney will advise and negotiate any repair or adjustments required by the contract.
Investigate the Title
Title investigations are crucial in a real estate transaction. First, the real estate attorney examines the land records to determine whether the property has any title issues. Then, after conducting a title search on the property, a real estate attorney makes sure there are no obligations (such as debts, mortgages, etc.) or boundary line concerns that would preclude full ownership of the land.
Resolve Title Issues
After examining the property title, your attorney presents you with legal options to rectify any title issues.
Explore Financing Options
If you're buying property, you will need to buy title insurance to safeguard against title defects not revealed during the title search. Lenders also ask for title insurance before financing a property. Shehu Legal will help you with acquire title insurance and a mortgage commitment letter.
Draft the Deed
A deed is the final written document declaring the transfer of real estate property from one owner to another. Shehu Legal will prepare a warranty deed that protects your claim to the property.
Representation at Closing
Closing is the last step in the real estate deal. At this stage, the parties sign all agreements related to the sale/mortgage, and the Seller receives the remaining purchase payment. The Seller provides the Buyer with a deed transferring ownership, and the deal is complete.
Leasing and Landlord/Tenant
Connecticut state law provides certain rights and responsibilities for both landlords and tenants. Although oral and written agreements are both valid in Connecticut, it's always good to have a written lease. Connecticut law requires a written lease agreement if the property rental exceeds 12 months. A Connecticut landlord/tenant lawyer can assist you with drafting a lease, outlining your legal rights, and offering legal counsel on conflicts with tenants.
Most Common Landlord/Tenant Issues
Legal issues often arise in the landlord/tenant relationship. While they manifest in many forms, they commonly include:
Lease Violations:
Both tenants and landlords can break the terms of a lease, resulting in the need for legal action. For example, a tenant can breach the contract if he doesn't pay his rent on time. Similarly, a landlord may violate the lease if he fails to provide a safe and peaceful environment.
Shehu Legal has extensive experience dealing with landlord/tenant issues. As a result, we have a comprehensive understanding of the perspectives of both the landlord and tenant. This affords us an unparalleled ability to craft an effective legal strategy.
Eviction (Summary Process)
An eviction is an equitable action that seeks to remove a tenant from the premises for a lease violation. Known in Connecticut as "summary process," an eviction commences with the service of a notice to quit. This terminates the tenancy. The subsequent summary process action in Connecticut Housing Court determines whether a tenant should be removed from premises or has the legal right to remain.
Connecticut summary process actions require careful attention to detail and procedural law. Any seemingly minor mistake in the legal papers commonly leads to the dismissal of the case. Dismissal leads to delays and allows tenants to occupy your premises for "free" for a greater length of time.
Shehu Legal will ensure that all legal procedures are correctly followed. We'll evict your tenant as expeditiously as possible.
For Tenants
Understanding your rights and responsibilities as a renter is essential. Connecticut law protects tenants' rights in cases of unlawful evictions and violations of the lease contract. If your landlord is subjecting you to inhabitable conditions or violating your lease, Shehu Legal can help you. We'll advise you on the withholding of rent. Shehu Legal also pursues cases of withheld security deposits.
Contact Shehu Legal if your landlord refuses to heed your reasonable demands or violates the lease agreement.
Our Real Estate Attorney Services
Shehu Legal assists clients in transferring ownership, resolving title issues, securing financing, leasing, and evictions on all types of property in Connecticut. Our real estate attorney handles all aspects of real estate, from purchases and dispositions to leasing and evictions. Shehu Legal's wide-ranging practice, diverse clientele, and depth of expertise provide us with a unique viewpoint and a keen understanding of the legal issues arising in this highly specialized field. Our real estate services include:
- Land acquisition and disposition
- Financing for real estate projects
- Land use
- Commercial, retail, and residential property development, from inception to completion
- Dispute resolution
- Real estate lawsuits
- Leasing
- Evictions and termination of tenancy
Why Work With Us?
Shehu Legal Knows Real Estate
Buying or selling property can be overwhelming. You must interact with numerous players in the transaction—real estate agents, loan officers, co-signers, transactional parties, local government officials, and lawyers. It's a lot to handle. However, we know real estate; we know the players in your transaction, and we will work to close your transaction quickly and seamlessly.
Shehu Legal Adds Value
Real estate transactions are expensive. Shehu Legal will diligently advocate for your interests. Imagine discovering a significant issue during your home inspection. With the wrong attorney, you could lose thousands of dollars or more. Shehu Legal will ensure that any issues are resolved in your favor.
Shehu Legal Delivers Peace of Mind
Buying property is stressful. Wouldn't you rather focus on making your new home livable? Let Shehu Legal handle the stress of the transaction, so you can focus on moving your family into their new home.