1st time home buyers- who do we need to hire?

[eric#1]

Originally Posted by TechGromit

I would highly recommend a home inspector and NOT someone recommended by the realtor. The home inspectors Realtor's recommend tend to white wash issues just to make the sale go through, they do not have your best interest in mind, they want repeat business from the realtor so they are not going to point out anything that's not obvious.

There is no realtor and the inspection is already ordered. OP - I would highly recommend not listening to people that can't interpret your easy to read post, they clearly do not have your best interest in mind.

Anyway, without knowing the complexities of your contract, it is difficult to say what you need to do next. Look at it (the contract) closely write down the items that need to be handled, then write down anything that you don't know how to handle - take special care with all dates and be sure you or a trusted and qualified person is on top of the details.

[ttt1]

Ok, thanks for everyone's response. We'll get a real estate lawyer.

[accufitgolf]

Originally Posted by middle-aged mom

Both buyers and sellers use attorneys in my state. Typical fees, including in person representation at closing are in the $350-450 range, paid out of closing.

Last home I sold, the same lawyer represented both the seller (me) and my buyer but in reality they represent the lender so they make sure all is right.

This from someone that thinks the only difference in my scumbag lawyer and your scumbag lawyer....is one of them is mine.....LOL

[worldCasas]

First off, congrats on buying a home. That is an exciting time but it can be stressful as well. Not very many people put in enough thought and time as you have. Termite inspections and electrical inspections, in my mind are the most important.