Residential Real Estate

At Peterson Goodman & Hawkins PLC, we have experience in assisting buyers and sellers in real estate transactions. We negotiate the terms of purchase and sale agreements on behalf of clients and review all pertinent documents related to the transaction. We have over 30 years experience in conducting closing which allows you the confidence that we will handle your transaction with professionalism and quality.

For most people, buying a home is the single largest investment decision they will make and can represent the culmination of years of planning and saving. Given the size and importance of the transaction and the potential liabilities involved, buyers and sellers need to be certain that they receive a fair deal and their exposure to risk is minimized.

Our residential real estate services

The attorneys at Peterson Goodman & Hawkins PLC have extensive experience guiding clients through the important details of real estate transactions:

• Applicable federal, state, and local laws
• Financial pitfalls of lending options and avoiding aggressive and risky lenders
• Typical purchase and sale contracts terms and modifications
• Review of covenants, easements and restrictions on use of property
• Background research on the property
• Real estate title reviews and arranging for title insurance
• Reviewing contract and lease language
• Preparing for the unexpected before closing

We also represent parties in residential real estate disputes regarding contracts, transactions, and financing. This can include the failure of buyers or sellers to disclose important information, or the misrepresentation of property details and prices. In addition to residential real estate, Peterson Goodman & Hawkins PLC also advises clients on commercial real estate transactions.