Do I need a real estate lawyer?
147742
Personally, I would get a lawyer involved in a sale by owner transaction. Are there disclosures you should be, but are not revealing. The attorney will make sure you are covered.
169158
Sounds like you need a lawyer.
210596
I would do lots of reaserch.  The internet is a wonderful tool.  Don't rely on the realtor to find your property for you.  They are not interested in getting you the best fit for you, they want a sale.  Also, hire a lawyer to go over your paperwork before you sign. Believe me, I have learned a big lesson and will never buy a home again w/out a lawyer.  Good Luck.
487197
Anyone can sell real estate. All it takes is proper licensing. I wouldn't use an lawyer simply due to the length of time they take to do anything. Closings would take months instead of weeks. (Billable hours, ya know!)I am in R/E and that's all I do. I am an expert in my city and I think its VERY important to use an expert when ever you can. I'm worrying about my Real Estate client more than my criminal case, divorce case, traffic case, etc....
687134
It'a alsways best to have representation.  If you buy a house then you will be going through the seller's agent, and they will not be looking out for your best interest.  Find your own.  It costs you nothing and will really be best in the end.  If you need help, let me know.  I am a buyers agent in Texas and would be more than willing to refer you to someone in your area.
142728
Talk to your real estate agent or laywer.
451211
I know you can in North Carolina -- here's the ruling from the State Bar in N.C.:\n\nAn attorney who is also a real estate broker may so indicate on his letterhead. He may operate both businesses from same office. \n\nBut you should just contact the S.C. State Bar -- they'll tell you, and probably can do so anonymously, if thats what you want.
122996
I think you may need ask your attorney...
507611
ask a lawyer for the right and legal answer.
331516
probably not. though ask the realtor first.
738620
With real estate always, always, always engage a lawyer.  If he does this wrong it could cost him thousands.  It isn't worth it.
196478
You need to take the real estate licensing classes/test. Contact your state for more information.
1167612
A real estate license allows you to act as an agent (middleman) in real estate transactions.  You would need one per state that you were activly doing transactions in.\n\nI agree...he most likely doesn't have one.
249786
You need a good attorney, it sounds like you have a doozy of a lawsuit.  Plus, the realtor's license can be pulled.\n\nWhen an individual sells a house, they must list all known defects.  If the seller knows the house has problems and they do not tell the buyer about the problems, then they can be sued.
777794
If you are a Realtor, check with your broker. If not, it depends on what kind of regulations your state and local governments have regarding your question.
713257
To begin with, most provinces require that property managers require a real estate license specializing in property management if you are dealing with homes that you do not personally own. I also believe that you would have to hold, or work under the umbrella of someone that holds, a real estate broker's license. Most provinces require that you hold a real estate license for at least 2-3 years before you can get your own broker license. Check with the Ontario Real Estate licensing body... any local real estate office could give you the phone numbers for licensing requirements.\n\nNext, you will need to carry Errors and Omissions insurance, which is usually mandatory for all licensees. This will help protect you for eventual costly mistakes. It is usually about $300/yr.\n\nYou would need a contact management software program as well as a property management client program. Also, a separate trust account is likely mandatory.\n\nAnd last, but for sure not least, if you want to make money... lots of money... learn to prospect for clients. The least expensive, most efficient, is where you actually talk to potential clients instead of sending out ads or print advertising... Obviously, I'm refering to finding landlords here, not tenants. Search the old classifieds and ads. Ask all of the Realtors in the area who they know that have tenant occupied properties. Pay special attention to out of town/province landlords. Another source would be vacant properties for sale... and overpriced listings. Maybe they'd rent them out instead of selling. \n\nThis is just the technical start-up... you should also have some business sense, a good accountant, a location, pager/cell phone, etc. Office supplies, including a photocopier are important too. Good luck!
718223
A Realtor is licensed to represent a buyer or a seller in a transaction. He/she is only there to help and do all the paper work list the home and show homes. She has a responsibility to be true and loyal to their client or clients. However it is illegal for them to give any advice or make changes to the contracts that TREC (real estate commission) provides for them or they would be acting as an attorney. That is why we have Real Estate Attorneys, they are there to advice and make special changes to contracts if necessary. A Realtor cannot give legal advice as he is not an attorney.