Real Estate Matters
Property Legalities
Comer Law Group provides expert legal services in all aspects of real estate law. Our experienced attorneys can help you with everything from property acquisition and development to commercial leasing and landlord-tenant disputes. We take pride in providing personalized attention to each of our clients, regardless of the size of their legal matter. Our team is dedicated to helping our clients navigate the complexities of real estate transactions with ease and confidence.
Whether you are a developer, landlord, or homeowner, we can provide the legal support you need to achieve your real estate objectives. Our attorneys have a deep understanding of Texas real estate law and are committed to ensuring that our clients are well-informed and updated throughout the legal process. With Comer Law Group on your side, you can be confident that your real estate matters are in good hands.
Lawyer for Real Estate Transactions and Property Owners' Concerns
Investing in real estate is a major responsibility that requires a lot of hard work and dedication. Whether you are looking to buy or sell residential properties or become a commercial landlord, the legal aspects of real estate transactions can be overwhelming and confusing. At Comer Law Group, we aim to simplify real estate law and provide you with the knowledge and support needed to conduct your property dealings with confidence. Our team offers a wide range of services to landowners and aspiring buyers alike, with the objective of minimizing risks and providing peace of mind. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or an experienced landlord, our attorneys are here to assist you in navigating the complex world of real estate with ease.
Law Firm for Residential and Commercial Real Estate Transactions
It is crucial to have a clear understanding of the terms and conditions of a real estate transaction before attending the closing. Whether you are purchasing residential or commercial property, there are inherent risks involved, such as errors or omissions in the title search or confusing language in the deed, which could potentially jeopardize the transaction. The last thing you want is to face a lawsuit following a problematic real estate deal.
As lawyers involved in real estate transactions, our primary objective is to minimize your risk to the lowest possible level. We conduct thorough research on the property and meticulously review all the documents that need to be signed at the closing. When we represent you during your real estate transaction, you can rest assured that you have all the necessary information to make informed decisions and conduct the transaction with confidence.
Property Tax Appeals in Dallas County
If you are struggling to manage exorbitant property taxes, or if you were surprised by your assessment, there may be alternatives besides paying the full amount. With effective legal assistance, appealing your property tax assessment could be simpler than you expect.
Our team is experienced in identifying relevant evidence, such as the costs of comparable properties, and identifying any errors made by the government that may have resulted in an inaccurate assessment. In many cases, we can negotiate a more reasonable assessment without requiring you to attend court proceedings.
Legal Representation for Landlords
Being a landlord can pose significant difficulties, but it can also be highly satisfying. As landlord-tenant laws often tend to favor tenants, it is critical for property owners to have robust legal representation to safeguard their rights.
Renting out properties carries certain risks, such as the possibility of dealing with troublesome tenants. It is crucial to ensure that your lease agreement provides you with the most comprehensive protection. We provide a range of services for landlords, including lease drafting, representation during tenant disputes, and assistance with evictions, to help mitigate these risks and safeguard your interests.
Foreclosure Defense Attorneys for Property Owners
Despite your best efforts and planning, unexpected situations can arise that put you at risk of foreclosure. As a property owner, you are likely aware of the significant effort it takes to acquire real estate. You may have saved up for a long time or put in extra hours to purchase your family home, or you may have invested all your energy into a new commercial real estate venture. In either case, losing your property to foreclosure would be a devastating loss after all your hard work.
Comer Law Group provides various strategies to help you retain ownership of your real estate holdings. We often uncover legal violations that could impact your lender’s authority to foreclose, or we may recommend a bankruptcy filing that can halt the foreclosure process for families. When we are taking care of your case, there is always hope.
Residential Real Estate Transactions
Texas Attorney for Buying and Selling Homes
Whether you are an experienced residential real estate buyer or seller, or a first-time homebuyer, Comer Law Group can provide you with the confidence necessary to navigate the process. If you have ever witnessed a real estate closing, you are aware of the overwhelming amount of paperwork that is involved. However, what you may not have witnessed is the extensive research and effort that goes into generating those documents.
You should have a complete understanding of everything you are signing. As a buyer, you should have all relevant information about your new property to make a secure purchase. As a seller, you should be confident in knowing that there will be no confusion about what you are selling and no grounds for the buyer to later object. Working with a competent real estate attorney is the most effective way to achieve this.
At Comer Law Group, we provide comprehensive legal services to ensure that every aspect of your residential real estate transaction is handled with care and attention to detail.
Why a Real Estate Lawyer Should Perform the Title Search
In any real estate transaction, whether residential or commercial, conducting a title search is a crucial step. This is the process of discovering any encumbrances on the property, such as a mortgage, lien, or easement. It should also disclose if there are any potential claims to the property by other parties. Failing to carry out this step or overlooking anything during it could lead to future legal disputes
Buyers certainly do not want to discover a year after moving in that their property usage is significantly limited beyond what they knew at the time of purchase. Similarly, sellers do not want to be sued by a surprised buyer.
When our attorneys conduct title searches, we conduct a comprehensive and meticulous search. We leave no stone unturned and ensure that all your questions are answered. Our aim is to provide you with peace of mind.
Law Firm for Deed Drafting and Representation at Closing
All deeds are not created equal, and certain deeds provide more protection than others. For instance, a quitclaim deed does not even guarantee that the seller has the right to sell the property. Having an attorney draft your deed is highly recommended to ensure that you understand what the deed conveys to you.
Similarly, the numerous documents you will be asked to sign during the closing should be reviewed by a lawyer. You may not have the time to read each document thoroughly, and even if you did, the language used in real estate sales contracts can be perplexing. Most people, including real estate agents, may need a legal dictionary to understand the language used in real estate sales contracts.
Our attorneys ensure that you understand precisely what you are agreeing to when you sign the documents at the closing. It is also beneficial to have an attorney present to ensure a smooth process and avoid any last-minute surprises.
Other Ways Our Texas Lawyers Can Help You Buy or Sell a Home
Having legal representation during the process of buying or selling a home significantly increases the likelihood of a successful closing. Various issues can arise during the process, such as problems during an inspection, which can cause deals to fall apart.
With the help of a lawyer, you can attempt to resolve potential issues through negotiation. We can also prevent the other party from taking advantage of you and identify any potentially unfavorable deals.
Furthermore, there are numerous minor deadlines to keep track of once you have placed or received an offer. Having an attorney to assist you in keeping track of everything and providing support to meet these deadlines can be highly beneficial.
If you plan to rent out the property, we can provide ongoing landlord representation. Additionally, if you face foreclosure in the future, we can assist you with foreclosure defense.
Overall, having legal representation can make your residential real estate transaction smoother and safer.
Commercial Real Estate Transactions
Lawyer for Commercial Real Estate Transactions
Dealing with commercial real estate can be both risky and lucrative. Comer Law Group can assist you in safeguarding your investment during the buying or selling process. Commercial real estate transactions entail numerous complex components, making them significantly more complicated than residential real estate sales. Having legal representation during your commercial real estate transaction can instill confidence when signing at closing.
Our skilled commercial real estate lawyers will take every possible measure to ensure the security and predictability of your transaction. No one wants to purchase a commercial building and later discover that they cannot use it as intended. Likewise, no one wants to sell commercial real estate and be sued by the buyer years later due to something overlooked during the sales process. We can help you avoid these potential risks.
Minimizing Risk in Your Commercial Real Estate Transaction
If you are involved in commercial real estate transactions, you are likely aware of the substantial risks involved. One of the most critical roles of a lawyer in these transactions is to reduce and manage your level of risk. Identifying all possible areas of risk and implementing measures to ensure security can be challenging for a layperson or even a real estate agent.
It is often said that no one reads every single document that needs to be signed at closing, but we do. We want you to comprehend every aspect of the agreement you are entering into, and with our assistance, you can do so without sifting through a plethora of forms. Our objective is to help you buy or sell commercial real estate with confidence.
Attorneys for Discovering Zoning Law Concerns and Encumbrances
Whether you plan to utilize the commercial property to start a business or lease it out to a tenant, it is essential to have a clear understanding of its zoning regulations. Unexpected surprises in this area can hamper your intended use of the property. If you are the seller, you risk the possibility of the buyer taking legal action if they lacked the correct information at closing.
It is also crucial to determine if there are any encumbrances on the property, such as a lien, easement, or land use agreement, and to be aware of any property tax concerns. These issues can lead to serious problems in the future. Our lawyers conduct a thorough investigation to ensure that you receive all relevant information about the property.
Lawyers for Financial Concerns in Commercial Real Estate Dealings
The financial aspect of commercial real estate transactions can be extremely intricate. There may be substantial sums of money involved, and you may be dealing with third-party entities such as banks or mortgage companies. If you are not paying entirely in cash, there may be significant loan obligations.
This is another area where our services can be of great assistance. Our attorneys have extensive experience in managing high-value transactions, including proficiency in business contracts and loan documents. As skilled negotiators, we strive to secure the best possible deal for you.
Representation at Closing
Having legal representation during the closing process can make a significant difference between a successful, hassle-free transaction and a failed deal. The preparation work we do that leads up to the closing is crucial. We ensure that every aspect of the deal is documented and that you are fully prepared. If any unexpected issues arise during the closing, you will not be left to handle them alone.
The closing is the final step of the process and can be a highly stressful situation. With our assistance, you can confidently walk in and sign the necessary documents.
Property Tax Appeals
Texas Lawyer for Property Tax Disputes
Dealing with property taxes is not a pleasant task. Tax-related issues can be perplexing, and the amount you owe can fluctuate significantly from year to year after purchasing a residential or commercial property. Sometimes, the property tax amount you are asked to pay may seem exorbitant. In such cases, you have the right to appeal the property tax assessment, which may result in a lower assessment. However, many property owners are hesitant to file an appeal due to various reasons.
Comer Law Group is well-versed in property tax law and can help you pursue an appeal when your assessment is unmanageable. Often, the initial property tax assessment results in an erroneous overcharge. We do not want this to happen to you or anyone else in our region. Our objective is to save you money on your property taxes. The process of appealing a property tax assessment may not be as challenging as you might think, particularly with us handling it.
Property Tax Appeals for Homeowners
Homeowners should not be obligated to have expertise in real estate taxes to avoid overpaying their fair share of property taxes. Property taxes should not financially burden your family or make being a landlord too challenging. If you cannot afford to pay your tax bill, or if the property tax amount seems excessive, it is worth consulting a lawyer to determine whether you can file an appeal. We will gather evidence, such as the cost of comparable homes in your neighborhood, and evaluate whether your property value is correct.
More appeals are successful than you may anticipate. We will negotiate on your behalf and create customized arguments based on the available facts to reduce your tax burden as much as possible. In many instances, we can reach a compromise that relieves you of the burden of unmanageable property taxes.
Tax Appeals for Commercial Property Owners in the Texas Area
When facing escalating property taxes for your commercial real estate holdings, the stakes can be high. Frequently, the local tax assessor has incorrect information regarding the description or use of your property. It is common for a lawyer to detect an error that has been costing you thousands or tens of thousands of dollars.
Our attorneys employ various tools to combat excessive tax burdens for commercial property owners. We may engage an independent appraiser or investigate issues impacting the value of your property to demonstrate that your property tax assessment is unreasonable. A successful appeal and tax reduction can make or break a business and safeguard your investment.
Additionally, there may be tax incentives available for commercial property owners who are developing or rehabilitating their properties, as such improvements benefit the community. Utilizing these incentives may further decrease your tax burden.
The Appeals Process in Dallas County
Our initial strategy to reduce your property tax burden is typically an informal appeal. We can often negotiate informally to lower your taxes, particularly if our investigation uncovers evidence that the assessor had inaccurate information or miscalculated the property value. If we succeed in this approach, you may be surprised at how easy it was to save money on your property taxes.
Nevertheless, Comer Law Group is prepared to file a formal appeal with the Board of Review on your behalf and fight for a lower tax burden through official channels. We will enter this process already possessing all the evidence required to make compelling arguments in your favor.
Although contesting your property tax bill can appear intimidating, our lawyers can represent you with little risk involved, but with the potential for significant rewards.
Foreclosure Defense
Texas Foreclosure Defense Attorney
When you have invested significant effort and resources to purchase a home or commercial property, one of your greatest fears may be losing it in a foreclosure proceeding. Even the mere mention of “foreclosure” can elicit fear and anxiety. If your residential or commercial property is in danger of foreclosure, you are likely under immense stress. Fortunately, an attorney can employ various strategies to defend your property from foreclosure.
Comer Law Group understands the gravity of the situation when facing foreclosure. You have invested too much time, energy, and resources into your real estate property to lose it without a fight. Financial difficulties can happen to anyone, and they are frequently temporary. If you are at risk of foreclosure, you need a determined lawyer to assist you in preserving your property. We are prepared to intervene and resist foreclosure using every legal tool at our disposal.
Texas Lawyer Helping Homeowners Prevent Foreclosure
Protecting your property is of utmost importance when your family’s home is at risk. The stress of the situation can be overwhelming. Even as a landlord, you may rely on rental income to support your family. We have assisted many families in this situation, often through no fault of their own.
In many cases, families facing foreclosure have been exploited in some way. We frequently uncover violations of the Truth in Lending Act, the Real Estate and Settlement and Procedures Act, or the Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practices Act. If you have been a victim of predatory lending or deception, we will investigate and utilize this information to safeguard you.
Our objective is to keep you in your home, where you belong. We will conduct a thorough investigation and explore all legal options available to save your property.
Foreclosure Defense for DFW Commercial Properties
Commercial properties are an investment, and they can be risky at times. You may have intended to lease out the property or purchased it to launch your own business. When a commercial property is in danger of foreclosure, the business operating within it is also at risk.
Commercial real estate transactions can be highly intricate. We begin by scrutinizing every document you signed when you acquired the property to identify potential defenses. Our lawyers will examine every available option that could help you retain your property and prevent a foreclosure from appearing on your record.
Strategies for Preventing Foreclosure in Texas
Every foreclosure case is distinct, and therefore, every solution is also unique. While some solutions are simpler than others, rarely is a case entirely hopeless. The specific circumstances of your situation and the details of how you acquired the property play a significant role.
In some instances, bankruptcy may be a viable option. Filing for bankruptcy can pause the foreclosure process. In many cases, a payment plan that allows you to keep your property can be arranged.
We will also conduct an in-depth review of the sales agreement, mortgage documents, and any other materials related to the sale. Too often, we discover a violation of Texas laws designed to safeguard landowners, such as those related to predatory lending. If you were not represented during the purchase, you may be surprised by the information we uncover.
We can also protect property owners by scrutinizing the plaintiff in your foreclosure action. We frequently discover that the party attempting to foreclose has not followed proper legal procedures or does not have the legal right to foreclose.
Our attorneys will use every available resource to safeguard your real estate property from being foreclosed on.
Landlord Representation
Legal Representation for DFW Landlords
Being a landlord can be a challenging job, whether you are renting out a commercial property or a residential building, as you have numerous responsibilities such as repairs, upkeep, and rent collection. As a landlord, you have rights, but Illinois law often favors tenants. Hence, it is crucial to take measures to safeguard your real estate investment from the outset.
Comer Law Group can provide assistance with anything from creating a legally sound lease to evicting troublesome tenants or defending against lawsuits. We represent landlords throughout the DFW metroplex in any legal matters that affect them or their properties. Our lawyers understand the hard work required to become a landlord, and we are dedicated to helping you protect the rewards of your labor.
Lease Drafting Lawyers in Texas
The tenant lease is likely the most crucial business contract you will use as a landlord. A well-drafted lease can determine the success of your experience. Understanding what to include or exclude, which provisions are lawful, and what you should or should not allow is a crucial skill.
Our lawyers are highly knowledgeable in landlord-tenant law. We create individualized leases for each landlord, designed to safeguard your rights and protect your property from negligent or malicious tenants. Our expertise has taught us what works effectively in a lease and how to prevent potential disputes or issues.
Whether you are dealing with a residential or commercial property, we can create a lease that prioritizes your requirements without violating tenant protection laws.
Texas Attorneys for Landlord-Tenant Disputes
Regardless of your actions, there is always a chance that you may find yourself embroiled in a legal dispute with one of your tenants. Whether or not your tenant has a valid claim, you will require a lawyer to defend yourself. In Illinois, courts typically favor tenants’ rights, particularly in residential leases, and landlords, regardless of their fairness and reasonableness, are often portrayed as the “villain.”
In numerous instances, we can negotiate a resolution with your tenant and settle the dispute without going to court. However, we are fully prepared to represent you in court if the need arises.
Legal Help with Evictions for Landlords
Although no landlord intends to lease to tenants they will eventually need to evict, circumstances may arise that make eviction necessary. Perhaps your tenant has not paid rent, or someone may have established a meth lab in your basement. Regardless of the reasons for needing to remove a problematic tenant, eviction can be a cumbersome and protracted process. Our objective is to simplify the process as much as possible so that you can return to normal business operations.
There are several valid reasons for evicting a tenant, but you must have evidence of their failure to pay or breach of the lease terms. Additionally, the eviction process can be complex, and every step must be executed precisely to obtain a legal eviction order.
This is where we can assist. Our lawyers can ensure that the eviction procedures are strictly followed, even if the tenant resists, to keep the process running smoothly.
Other Legal Services for Landlords
Comer Law Group offers a range of legal services for property owners in Dallas County. If you are looking to grow your portfolio, we can assist you with real estate transactions. If your property taxes are becoming unmanageable, we can represent you to seek a reduction. We can also help you establish a company that enables you to efficiently manage multiple properties while safeguarding your personal assets.
Our firm is here to fulfill all your real estate and property management requirements, from acquiring your initial rental property to expertly navigating landlord-tenant law.
HOA Defense
Texas HOA Defense Attorney
When you have invested significant effort and resources to purchase a home or commercial property, one of your greatest fears may be losing it in a foreclosure proceeding. Even the mere mention of “foreclosure” can elicit fear and anxiety. If your residential or commercial property is in danger of foreclosure, you are likely under immense stress. Fortunately, an attorney can employ various strategies to defend your property from foreclosure.
Comer Law Group understands the gravity of the situation when facing foreclosure. You have invested too much time, energy, and resources into your real estate property to lose it without a fight. Financial difficulties can happen to anyone, and they are frequently temporary. If you are at risk of foreclosure, you need a determined lawyer to assist you in preserving your property. We are prepared to intervene and resist foreclosure using every legal tool at our disposal.
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