Sabrina Rabban, Esq. PLLC, provides legal advice and general counsel for all aspects of New York real estate transactions, including single-family homes, apartments, condominiums, and co-ops.
UPDATE: Effective March 20, 2024, all sellers in New York, including in New York City and Long Island counties, will be required to complete and provide to purchasers a Property Condition Disclosure Form. Contact Sabrina Rabban, Esq. PLLC for legal advice and assistance in completing this new, required document. Download the Property Condition Disclosure Statement.
Why Work with a Real Estate Attorney When Buying or Selling a Home in New York?
An experienced New York real estate attorney can guide and protect their client through the entire real estate transaction, including negotiating the purchase/sale contract, so their client obtains favorable terms. Be mindful that the transaction stems from the contract, so it must be well written, vigorously negotiated, and protect your interests.
The timeline of a New York real estate transaction can vary. Generally, the time from contract completion to closing can range anywhere from 30 days to 60 days. Even for the simplest transaction, your attorney will have a significant amount of work to do prior to closing, including conducting a thorough title search, clearing title issues, ensuring you obtain the necessary financing, and ensure all proper permits and insurances have been acquired.
Sabrina Rabban, Esq. PLLC, understands that her clients, regardless of if they are first-time home buyers or experienced property owners, may have questions about the process or about specific real estate laws in New York. Sabrina Rabban, Esq. PLLC, will represent you during the purchase or sale of a home and can give you legal advice through every stage of your real estate sale or purchase in New York.
Sabrina Rabban, Esq. PLLC offers comprehensive residential real estate legal representation in the following transactions:
