Real Estate
Purchasing or selling a real estate asset is a high-dollar transaction, so the consequences of getting it wrong can be a burden for years. That’s why it’s always beneficial to have an attorney with experience in real estate on your side.
Title & Escrow
Buying a home or a piece of property is not only the largest purchase most people ever make in terms of dollars but also likely the most complex. One of the most frustrating things that can happen during a real estate transaction is finding out there is a problem with the title to the property, which can delay the closing of the sale. Sometimes, these problems are solved easily, but some issues take a long time.
There’s a reason that real estate closings involve signing a stack of papers that can be an inch thick. It’s because title agents and attorneys have to track down so much information about the property that’s changing hands. It’s not uncommon to discover issues that are decades old, but could cause major problems down the road if they aren’t resolved before the closing.
Some of the issues that come up include the following:
Anyone who has ever bought or sold a home is familiar with the closing process, during which a thick stack of papers needs to be initialed or signed on practically every page. This is because it is a highly complex process with many legal areas that need to be addressed in writing. So clearly, the ability to manage even the tiniest of details is a critical aspect of the title process, an aspect I take seriously in my practice by being diligent and detail-oriented.
That said, I am also aware that being involved in a real estate transaction, as a buyer or seller, can be a stressful experience due to the amount of money involved. My approach is to always communicate clearly with both parties throughout the process, so they know what to expect and aren’t left wondering what’s happening behind the scenes with their sale. This is especially important if unexpected issues need to be dealt with.
Residential
The largest purchase in most people’s lives is their home. But their experience in this type of transaction, and the associated paperwork, is so infrequent that they don’t necessarily know the best way to protect their interests. That is where a real estate attorney can help guard you against the unexpected. And the same holds true for all those other real estate matters outside your comfort zone and experience.
Whether it’s the purchase or sale of your home, entering into a lease, disputing a lien on your property, dealing with a Homeowners Association, or any other matter involving real estate, I have the experience and expertise to provide you with the counsel you deserve. All your dealings will be directly with me – no need to worry about being passed off to a junior lawyer or a paralegal. Having an attorney on your side will give you the peace of mind to ensure you comply with Florida law and are not being taken advantage of by the opposing party in your transaction or dispute.
Commercial
Whether selling commercial property, buying or leasing it for your business, or purchasing it as an investment opportunity, it can be complex. Our office represents buyers and purchasers, sellers, landlords, tenants, individuals, entities, heirs, contractors, builders, lenders, and others with both their transactional and litigation matters as they pertain to commercial real property throughout the state of Florida.
Whether it’s the purchase or sale of your commercial property, leasing of office or retail space and the resulting issues between a landlord and tenant, or any other commercial real estate-related matter, I have the experience and expertise to provide you with the counsel you deserve. Additionally, we can assist with and advise the client on all aspects of the transaction, including conducting due diligence, interfacing, and coordinating with lenders.
We work with consumers, realtors, lawyers, investors, mortgage brokers, lenders, and any other party involved in the real estate transaction to effectuate a smooth closing. The Law Office of Cameron H.P. White is an attorney-based title company, not simply a title agent. Your transaction is closed by a real estate lawyer, not a junior lawyer or a paralegal.
We are involved in every aspect of the real estate transaction, from negotiating and drafting the purchase and sale contract to reviewing title searches and lien searches and preparing all real estate documents through the closing, including the Settlement Statement and Deed. We are a member of the Attorney's Title Fund Services. We are able to issue Owner’s Title Insurance Policies and Lender’s Insurance Policies.
