Practice area

Real Estate Contract Services

Real-estate transactions can involve deadlines, financing, title, inspections, disclosures, and allocation of risk.

General information only. This page is not legal advice or a prediction about any matter.

Understand the contract before the next commitment

A real-estate agreement can bring together price, financing, property condition, and a demanding schedule. Castaneda Law Group reviews selected real-estate contract matters to help clients identify the terms and questions that deserve attention.

Matters the firm may review

  • Review of proposed contracts, addenda, and related transaction documents.
  • Negotiation of selected contract terms and responsibilities.
  • Disputes involving real-estate agreements and the obligations they contain.

How the firm can help

The attorney can examine the agreement in light of the transaction’s stage and your objectives. The review can identify questions about timing, conditions, notices, and allocation of risk. The engagement will define the legal work involved and whether other professionals need to address related issues.

Preparing for a consultation

Tell the office whether the agreement has been signed and identify any approaching date. Keep the contract, addenda, disclosures, notices, and relevant correspondence available for review. State whether you are buying, selling, or addressing a dispute so the initial discussion can focus on your needs.

Frequently asked questions

When should a contract be reviewed?

Before signing whenever possible. Once an agreement is executed, rights and deadlines may already be fixed.

What documents are useful?

The proposed contract, addenda, disclosures, inspection materials, title information, and relevant correspondence may be requested.

Are title services included?

Only if the written engagement says so. Contract advice and title or closing services can be separate.